Serving 17 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Starbuck School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Starbuck School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Starbuck School's student population of 17 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Starbuck School is 0.52, 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)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
61%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
Hispanic
18%
27%
White
65%
47%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
7%
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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Starbuck School?
17 students attend Starbuck School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Starbuck School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 17% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Starbuck School?
Starbuck School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Starbuck School offer ?
Starbuck School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Starbuck School part of?
Starbuck School is part of Starbuck School District.
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