Lummi Nation Tribal School serves 294 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lummi Nation Tribal School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lummi Nation Tribal School's student population of 294 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lummi Nation Tribal School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
16:1
American Indian
100%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
n/a
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lummi Nation Tribal School often compared to?
Lummi Nation Tribal Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kendall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lummi Nation Tribal School?
294 students attend Lummi Nation Tribal School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lummi Nation Tribal School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lummi Nation Tribal School?
Lummi Nation Tribal School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lummi Nation Tribal School offer ?
Lummi Nation Tribal School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lummi Nation Tribal School part of?
Lummi Nation Tribal School is part of Lummi Nation Tribal School District.
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