Tekoa School District, WA

Original Research by School Decision on Tekoa School District

Tekoa School District is a small public school system in Whitman County, eastern Washington, serving students from preschool through twelfth grade. The district operates two schools: Tekoa Elementary and Tekoa High School. Its total enrollment is modest, reflecting the rural and small-town character of the communities it serves. The student body is predominantly White, with a notable Hispanic presence and small shares of students who are American Indian, Asian, Black, or of two or more races. Data on family economic need, such as free or reduced-price meal eligibility, was not reported, nor were counts of students with disabilities or English learners, so a parent would want to ask the district directly about the level of support available for those populations.

Academically, proficiency rates on Washington’s state assessments vary noticeably across grades and subjects. In math, the share of students meeting the standard ranged from roughly a quarter to over half depending on the grade, with the strongest result appearing in third grade. In English language arts, proficiency clustered around two-fifths of students in most tested grades, with eighth grade slightly higher. In science, fifth graders posted a rate above half, while eighth graders were at about two-fifths. Overall, the district’s combined proficiency index places it on the lower end among Whitman County’s districts. A parent looking at these results may want to discuss with the school how it approaches instruction in the middle grades, where math proficiency dips particularly. On the attendance side, the district’s chronic absenteeism rate is among the lowest in the county, a positive signal that most students are in class regularly.

A notable gap in the data is the absence of a four-year graduation rate. Because the district includes a high school, this metric would normally be expected, and its absence means a family should ask the high school directly about its graduation outcomes and college or career readiness records. No information on advanced coursework, dual enrollment, or vocational programs was available, so that is another area worth investigating. Per-pupil current spending is on the lower side compared to other districts in Whitman County, which may be relevant for families concerned about resource levels.

The district’s coverage area encompasses several small communities, and recent home values in those ZIP codes show a slight decline relative to the prior year. The broader county is predominantly rural and agricultural. Without a locale brief or recent district news, a clear picture of changes or upcoming initiatives is not possible, so a prospective resident would do well to visit in person and talk with school staff.

Tekoa School District offers a small, close-knit educational setting with strong attendance habits. Its academic performance is mixed and tends to sit below the county average in tested subjects, but the small size may allow for individualized attention that is not captured in aggregate scores. Families considering this district will want to fill in the missing details by contacting the schools directly about graduation, programming, and student support.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

201

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 13%

Black 2%

White 77%

Asian 2%

Two+ 5%

Am. Indian / AK Native 3%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 7

36%

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Math

Gr 4

—

44%

Gr 7

27%

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Schools in this District

2 schools are officially reported under this district.

Tekoa Elementary School

Tekoa High School

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

5 grades reported

58%

Grade 3

38%

Grade 4

24%

Grade 6

29%

Grade 7

25%

Grade 8

English Language Arts

5 grades reported

42%

Grade 3

36%

Grade 5

41%

Grade 6

41%

Grade 7

45%

Grade 8

Science

2 grades reported

55%

Grade 5

40%

Grade 8

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$263,811

Year-over-year change-4.5%

Range across 3 ZIP codes$244K to $299K

vs. state typical0.44x

vs. national typical0.72x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (3 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
99033	Tekoa	$244K	-7.7%	60.3%
99128	Farmington	$299K	-1.5%	29.5%
99158	Oakesdale	$276K	+5.5%	10.2%

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$1,331/mo

Home price / national median income3.1x

Comparison

State typical home value$604,087 (-0.6% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

Data Currently Unavailable

Civil Rights Data (CRDC)

This profile is derived exclusively from publicly available federal and state datasets. It may not reflect the most current information available. We encourage parents and families to supplement this data with information published directly on the school’s website, which may include more recent figures, additional programs, or updated enrollment data.