Below Average
#1778 of 2,228 schools in WA
Selah Intermediate School
Elementary School · Selah School District
1401 West Fremont, Selah, WA 98942
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,778 of 2,228
In Selah
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Selah School District
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Selah Intermediate School
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About Selah Intermediate School
Selah Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Selah, WA, part of Selah School District. Selah Intermediate School serves approximately 813 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Selah Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,778 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Selah Intermediate School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Selah Intermediate School 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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Selah Intermediate School — Students at Selah Intermediate School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 4.4/10.
How Selah Intermediate School Compares
See how Selah Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1401 West Fremont, Selah, WA 98942
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Selah Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robertson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Yakima), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Yakima), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Barge-Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Yakima), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Selah, see our Selah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Selah Academy Online Selah | 0.7 mi | — |
| Selah HomeLink Selah | 0.7 mi | — |
| VIKING CHOICE Selah | 0.7 mi | — |
| Robert Lince Early Learning Center Selah | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| John Campbell Primary School Selah | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Selah Middle School Selah | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Selah High School Selah | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Discovery Early Learning Center Yakima | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital dba Children's Village Yakima | 3.2 mi | — |
| Stanton Academy Yakima | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| YAKIMA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yakima | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| K-8 Learning Lab Yakima | 3.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Ridgeview Group Home Yakima | 3.5 mi | — |
| Juvenile Detention Center Yakima | 3.5 mi | — |
| Robertson Elementary Yakima | 3.6 mi | 8.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF YAKIMA Yakima | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Garfield Elementary School Yakima | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Gilbert Elementary School Yakima | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Barge-Lincoln Elementary School Yakima | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Yakima | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98942 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,251
Median Home Value
$352,100
Median Rent
$1,354/mo
Population
18,564
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
36.8
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|---|---|
| Firgrove Elementary Puyallup, WA | 4.9 |
| Quil Ceda Tulalip Elementary Tulalip, WA | 4.9 |
| Riverbend Elementary School Spokane Valley, WA | 4.9 |
| Southworth Elementary Yelm, WA | 4.9 |
| Columbia Virtual Academy Valley, WA | 5.0 |
| Opportunity Elementary Spokane Valley, WA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Selah Intermediate School
What grades does Selah Intermediate School serve?
Selah Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Selah Intermediate School?
Selah Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 813 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Selah Intermediate School?
The student-teacher ratio at Selah Intermediate School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Selah Intermediate School rank in WA?
Selah Intermediate School ranks #1,778 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Selah Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?
Selah Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Selah Intermediate School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Selah Intermediate School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Selah Intermediate School a charter school?
No, Selah Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Selah Intermediate School a Title I school?
No, Selah Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Selah Intermediate School?
66.5% of students at Selah Intermediate School 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 813
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Yakima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (509) 698-8300
Resources & Links
District
Selah School District- District Enrollment
- 3,798
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,615
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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