Serving 280 students in grades 9-12, Tonasket High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tonasket High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Tonasket school district, covering approximately 1,252.1 square miles in and around Tonasket, WA. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 34.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tonasket High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tonasket High School's student population of 280 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Motto
Focused on learning and linking learning to life
School Rankings
Tonasket High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tonasket High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1101 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tonasket High School's ranking?
Tonasket High School is ranked #1101 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Tonasket High School often compared to?
Tonasket High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oroville Middle-high School, Omak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tonasket High School?
The graduation rate of Tonasket High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Tonasket High School?
280 students attend Tonasket High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Tonasket High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tonasket High School?
Tonasket High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tonasket High School offer ?
Tonasket High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tonasket High School part of?
Tonasket High School is part of Tonasket School District.
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