Selkirk Middle School

Tucked away in the small town of Ione in Pend Oreille County, Selkirk Middle School punches well above its weight for a rural school, landing in the top quarter of Washington state with particularly strong math scores. Families who value a tight-knit community where teachers genuinely know their students will feel right at home here — this is the kind of place where kids aren't just a number. Life in Ione means wide open spaces, outdoor recreation on the Pend Oreille River, and a slower pace that many families find refreshing, all while their kids get a solidly above-average education.