Serving 18 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Selah Homelink ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Selah Homelink ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Selah Homelink's student population of 18 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Selah Homelink ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Selah Homelink is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1925 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
94%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Selah Homelink's ranking?
Selah Homelink is ranked #1925 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Selah Homelink?
18 students attend Selah Homelink.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Selah Homelink students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Selah Homelink offer ?
Selah Homelink offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Selah Homelink part of?
Selah Homelink is part of Selah School District.
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