For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 150 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 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Nespelem, WA (2026)
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 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
229 Schoolhouse Loop Rd, Po Bo
Nespelem, WA 99155
(509) 634-4541
Nespelem, WA 99155
(509) 634-4541
Gr: 9-10 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
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 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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