Serving 136 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nine Mile Falls Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nine Mile Falls Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Nine Mile Falls Elementary School's student population of 136 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
136 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Nine Mile Falls Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nine Mile Falls Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#663 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
4%
27%
White
86%
47%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nine Mile Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Nine Mile Falls Elementary School is ranked #663 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Nine Mile Falls Elementary School often compared to?
Nine Mile Falls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Northern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Nine Mile Falls Elementary School?
136 students attend Nine Mile Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Nine Mile Falls Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nine Mile Falls Elementary School?
Nine Mile Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nine Mile Falls Elementary School offer ?
Nine Mile Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nine Mile Falls Elementary School part of?
Nine Mile Falls Elementary School is part of Nine Mile Falls School District.
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