The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 73%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Healing Lodge ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
13 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Rankings
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
73%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
61%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
31%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of The Healing Lodge?
The graduation rate of The Healing Lodge is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend The Healing Lodge?
13 students attend The Healing Lodge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of The Healing Lodge students are American Indian, 31% of students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does The Healing Lodge offer ?
The Healing Lodge offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Healing Lodge part of?
The Healing Lodge is part of Spokane School District.
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