Wa He Lut Indian School serves 131 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Math Proficiency: 10-14%
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Science Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wa He Lut Indian School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wa He Lut Indian School's student population of 131 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wa He Lut Indian 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)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
1%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Wa He Lut Indian School?
131 students attend Wa He Lut Indian School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wa He Lut Indian School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wa He Lut Indian School?
Wa He Lut Indian School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wa He Lut Indian School offer ?
Wa He Lut Indian School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wa He Lut Indian School part of?
Wa He Lut Indian School is part of Wa He Lut Indian School District.
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