For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 134 students in Nespelem, WA.
The top ranked public school in Nespelem, WA is Nespelem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nespelem, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Nespelem have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Nespelem, WA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nespelem Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
229 Schoolhouse Loop Rd
Nespelem, WA 99155
(509) 634-4541
Nespelem, WA 99155
(509) 634-4541
Gr: PK-8 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
229 Schoolhouse Loop Rd, Po Bo
Nespelem, WA 99155
(509) 634-4541
Nespelem, WA 99155
(509) 634-4541
Gr: 9 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Nespelem, WA?
The top ranked public schools in Nespelem, WA include Nespelem Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Nespelem?
2 public schools are located in Nespelem.
What is the racial composition of students in Nespelem?
Nespelem public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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