The Yakama Nation Tribal School is a public tribal high school located in Yakima County, Washington, adjacent to Toppenish, run by the Yakima Nation. It is affiliated with the Bureau of Indian Education. It has a compact with the state of Washington and receives a grant from the BIE.
Yakama Nation Tribal School serves 153 students in grades 8-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19%
- Science Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yakama Nation Tribal School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Yakama Nation Tribal School's student population of 153 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Yakama Nation Tribal School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
16:1
American Indian
100%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
n/a
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
49%
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 schools are Yakama Nation Tribal School often compared to?
Yakama Nation Tribal Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Swan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yakama Nation Tribal School?
The graduation rate of Yakama Nation Tribal School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Yakama Nation Tribal School?
153 students attend Yakama Nation Tribal School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Yakama Nation Tribal School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yakama Nation Tribal School?
Yakama Nation Tribal School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Yakama Nation Tribal School offer ?
Yakama Nation Tribal School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yakama Nation Tribal School part of?
Yakama Nation Tribal School is part of Yakama Nation Tribal School District.
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