Tenino School District

District Overview
Tenino School District is an active, traditional public school system serving the community of Tenino, Washington, along 301 Old Hwy 99 N. Situated within the greater Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater metropolitan area, the district offers a distinct rural distant environment, blending a close-knit, community-oriented atmosphere with connections to the surrounding region. Operating four public schools, the district delivers a complete academic pipeline covering pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. With a total enrollment of 1,283 students, Tenino School District maintains a manageable size that allows for tailored educational experiences across elementary, middle, and high school grade levels.

To support its student body, the district maintains a robust operational foundation powered by a dedicated team of educators and specialists. The workforce includes approximately 281 full-time equivalent staff members, anchored by nearly 145 full-time equivalent teachers and over 22 instructional aides. This teaching staff is further bolstered by roughly 114 support personnel managing operations, administrative functions, and student services, ensuring a favorable staff-to-student balance that promotes individual academic growth. For families and researchers seeking a clear picture of local public education, Tenino School District demonstrates a strong commitment to broad educational access and comprehensive student support within a rural setting.
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Total Schools
1,283
Total Students
144.7
Full-Time Teachers
8.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tenino School District
Demographic Student Count
White987
Hispanic163
Black15
Asian11
Two or More91
American Indian10
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    987 (77.0%)
  • Hispanic
    163 (12.7%)
  • Two or More
    91 (7.1%)
  • Black
    15 (1.2%)
  • Asian
    11 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    10 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.3%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Tenino School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High1
Other0
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:4
Students:1,283*
Teachers (FTE):144.7*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:8.9
Schools in Tenino School District
Found 4 Schools