Summary:
The Tonasket School District serves about 1,100 students across five public schools from kindergarten through 12th grade in a rural community where a high percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
Among the schools, Tonasket High School stands out for its strong 89% graduation rate, which is above the state average, and it has the smallest class sizes. Tonasket Elementary School is the largest school in the district and has shown steady improvement in its statewide ranking over recent years. The smaller Tonasket Choice High School and the K-12 Tonasket Outreach School provide important alternative pathways for students.
While the district graduates students at a high rate, test scores in core subjects like English and math are below state averages, with math proficiency being a particular challenge at the high school level. The district invests more per student than many others in the state. Parents should note that elementary school performance dips in 4th grade, but the upward trend at the elementary level is a positive sign for the district's future.
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