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#846 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 38% in state
Chelan School of Innovation
High School · Lake Chelan School District
303 East Johnson Avenue, Chelan, WA 98816
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#846 of 2,228
In Chelan
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Lake Chelan School District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Chelan School of Innovation
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About Chelan School of Innovation
Chelan School of Innovation is a public high school in Chelan, WA, part of Lake Chelan School District. Chelan School of Innovation serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Chelan School of Innovation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #846 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Chelan School of Innovation show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Chelan School of Innovation is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Chelan School of Innovation sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
37% of students at Chelan School of Innovation were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Chelan School of Innovation — Students at Chelan School of Innovation score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 10 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Chelan School of Innovation Compares
See how Chelan School of Innovation performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
303 East Johnson Avenue, Chelan, WA 98816
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chelan School of Innovation may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Entiat Middle and High School (rated 7.1/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Entiat), with a very similar rating. Another option is Waterville High School (rated 6.6/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Waterville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Brewster High School (rated 6.5/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Brewster), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chelan, see our Chelan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Chelan Preschool Chelan | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Morgen Owings Elementary School Chelan | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Chelan Middle School Chelan | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Chelan High School Chelan | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ROOTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Chelan | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Manson Elementary Manson | 7.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Manson High School Manson | 7.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Manson Middle School Manson | 7.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Waterville Elementary Waterville | 13.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Waterville High School Waterville | 13.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Pateros Elementary Pateros | 15.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Pateros High School Pateros | 15.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Entiat Middle and High School Entiat | 15.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Paul Rumburg Elementary Entiat | 15.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Orondo Elementary and Middle School Orondo | 16.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Brewster High School Brewster | 20.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Brewster Middle School Brewster | 20.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Brewster Elementary School Brewster | 20.5 mi | 8.2 |
| LOG CHURCH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brewster | 20.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Brewster Alternative School Brewster | 20.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98816 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,807
Median Home Value
$450,500
Median Rent
$1,332/mo
Population
7,677
College Educated
24.2%
Homeownership
63.9%
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
47.2
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|---|---|
| Contract Learning Center Grandview, WA | 6.9 |
| Lewis County Alternative School Chehalis, WA | 6.9 |
| PACIFIC LEARNING ACADEMY Issaquah, WA | 6.9 |
| HILLSIDE STUDENT COMMUNITY SCHOOL Bellevue, WA | 7.0 |
| Open Door Youth Reengagement Renton, WA | 7.0 |
| PUGET SOUNDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chelan School of Innovation
What grades does Chelan School of Innovation serve?
Chelan School of Innovation serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Chelan School of Innovation?
Chelan School of Innovation has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chelan School of Innovation?
The student-teacher ratio at Chelan School of Innovation is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chelan School of Innovation rank in WA?
Chelan School of Innovation ranks #846 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Chelan School of Innovation's MySchoolScout rating?
Chelan School of Innovation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Chelan School of Innovation?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chelan School of Innovation has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Chelan School of Innovation a charter school?
No, Chelan School of Innovation is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chelan School of Innovation a Title I school?
No, Chelan School of Innovation is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chelan School of Innovation?
73.3% of students at Chelan School of Innovation qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Chelan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (509) 682-4061
Resources & Links
District
Lake Chelan School District- District Enrollment
- 1,305
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,822
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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