Quil Ceda Tulalip Elementary

503 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Quil Ceda Tulalip Elementary, located on the Tulalip Reservation in Washington, is a distinctive educational institution that serves as a focal point for the local community. Operating as part of the Marysville School District, the school is deeply integrated with the culture and heritage of the Tulalip Tribes. Its mission emphasizes not only academic achievement but also the preservation and celebration of Indigenous values, language, and history, fostering a supportive environment that reflects the unique identity of its students.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school is recognized for its commitment to holistic student development and community engagement. By incorporating traditional knowledge and culturally responsive teaching practices, Quil Ceda Tulalip Elementary strives to bridge the gap between standard educational requirements and the specific needs of its tribal youth. The school serves as a vital hub for families in the area, promoting a sense of belonging and empowerment for students as they navigate their formative years within a curriculum that respects and honors their ancestral background.

503

Total Students

35.8

Full-Time Teachers

14.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

70.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Quil Ceda Tulalip Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	108
Hispanic	149
Black	4
Asian	4
Two or More	71
American Indian	163
Pacific Islander	3

American Indian
163 (32.5 %)
Hispanic
149 (29.7 %)
White
108 (21.5 %)
Two or More
71 (14.1 %)
Black
4 (0.8 %)
Asian
4 (0.8 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.6 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Marysville School District
Phone:	(360)965-3100
Website:	http://msd25.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	503
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	35.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	320
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	35

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 83

Grade 1 89

Grade 2 97

Grade 3 81

Grade 4 77

Grade 5 76