Paschal Sherman Indian School serves 154 students in grades Kindergarten-9.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paschal Sherman Indian School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Paschal Sherman Indian School's student population of 154 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To empower students to be leaders of our language(s), land and environment for future generations.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Paschal Sherman Indian 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%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
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
98%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Paschal Sherman Indian School?
154 students attend Paschal Sherman Indian School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Paschal Sherman Indian School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paschal Sherman Indian School?
Paschal Sherman Indian School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Paschal Sherman Indian School offer ?
Paschal Sherman Indian School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paschal Sherman Indian School part of?
Paschal Sherman Indian School is part of Paschal Sherman Indian School District.
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