Wahluke School District

Situated at 411 E. Saddle Mt. Drive in Mattawa, Washington, the Wahluke School District operates as an active, traditional public school system nestled in a rural, remote community within the Moses Lake region. Managing eight operational schools, the district provides a continuous educational pathway for children from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. In the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a vibrant student body of 2,455 learners, characterized by strong cultural diversity with a predominantly Hispanic student population of over 2,400 students across its elementary, middle, and high school grade levels.

To effectively support its growing student body, the Wahluke School District maintains a robust professional workforce totaling more than 614 full-time equivalent staff members. Classroom instruction is led by approximately 257 full-time equivalent teachers alongside nearly 46 instructional aides, fostering an environment focused on individual academic support and student growth. This teaching core is complemented by a dedicated team of over 311 support staff FTEs who manage operational safety, administrative needs, and student services across campuses. For parents, students, and educational researchers, the district represents an essential public education hub in central Washington, combining significant staffing resources with a tailored commitment to its rural community.