Serving 136 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wellpinit Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wellpinit Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 138.1 square miles in Wellpinit, WA. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 7.3 miles, with the furthest point being 10.5 miles away, making for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wellpinit Elementary School's student population of 136 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
136 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wellpinit Elementary 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 Wellpinit Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#2076 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
82%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellpinit Elementary School's ranking?
Wellpinit Elementary School is ranked #2076 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Wellpinit Elementary School?
136 students attend Wellpinit Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wellpinit Elementary School students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellpinit Elementary School?
Wellpinit Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wellpinit Elementary School offer ?
Wellpinit Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellpinit Elementary School part of?
Wellpinit Elementary School is part of Wellpinit School District #49.
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