Trout Lake School is a public school that serves approximately 200 students in grades K–12 located in Trout Lake, Washington. Unlike most school districts, where there is a clear distinction between the elementary, middle/junior high, and high school levels, they are combined at Trout Lake School.
Serving 132 students in grades 5-12, Trout Lake School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trout Lake School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Trout Lake School's student population of 132 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
Trout Lake School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trout Lake School is 0.40, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#933 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
76%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trout Lake School's ranking?
Trout Lake School is ranked #933 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Trout Lake School?
The graduation rate of Trout Lake School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Trout Lake School?
132 students attend Trout Lake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Trout Lake School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trout Lake School?
Trout Lake School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Trout Lake School offer ?
Trout Lake School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trout Lake School part of?
Trout Lake School is part of Trout Lake School District.
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