Moses Lake School District

District Overview
Located at 1620 S Pioneer Way in Moses Lake, Washington, the Moses Lake School District operates as a vital educational hub serving a vibrant, remote town setting. As an open, traditional public school district, it oversees 20 operational schools that offer a continuous academic journey spanning from prekindergarten through twelfth grade. Drawing from the 2024–2025 National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) dataset, the district serves a student body of 8,430 learners, featuring a rich demographic landscape anchored by significant Hispanic and White student populations alongside multiracial, Black, Asian, American Indian, and Pacific Islander students.

To foster academic success and holistic growth across its campuses, the district relies on a strong professional workforce totaling over 1,650 full-time equivalent employees. This dedicated team includes approximately 814 classroom teachers and nearly 117 instructional aides, backed by more than 720 support personnel who ensure student services, administrative functions, and facility management run efficiently. For parents exploring educational options, students preparing for their academic careers, and researchers evaluating regional public education models, Moses Lake School District delivers a comprehensive community-focused learning framework, with further details available on their official website at mlsd161.org.
20
Total Schools
8,430
Total Students
813.9
Full-Time Teachers
10.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Moses Lake School District
Demographic Student Count
White3,499
Hispanic4,440
Black113
Asian77
Two or More268
American Indian24
Pacific Islander8
  • Hispanic
    4,440 (52.7%)
  • White
    3,499 (41.5%)
  • Two or More
    268 (3.2%)
  • Black
    113 (1.3%)
  • Asian
    77 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    24 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    8 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Moses Lake School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary11
Middle3
High5
Other2
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:20
Students:8,430*
Teachers (FTE):813.9*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:10.4
Schools in Moses Lake School District
Found 21 Schools
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