Colville School District 115

What Colville School District 115 does

Colville School District 115 is a public K-12 school district organized as a local government entity under Washington State, serving approximately 1,000+ students from Transitional Kindergarten through Grade 12 across six schools in Colville, Stevens County, Washington. The district is governed by an elected five-member Board of Directors and administered by Superintendent Kevin Knight, with no parent company or private equity ownership. Operations span Colville High School (9-12), Colville Junior High School (6-8), Fort Colville Elementary (3-5), Hofstetter Elementary (TK-2), and Panorama & Aster School (alternative and developmental preschool), supported by First Student Transportation and a district Technology Department operating a 1:1 student device program.

The district provides a comprehensive educational product portfolio anchored by core academic instruction (general education, special education, English Language Development, Highly Capable Program, Title I, Learning Assistance Program) and extended by athletics at both high school and junior high levels (with a "No-Cut" policy at CJHS), nutrition services operating under the Community Eligibility Program providing free meals to all students, Bite2Go weekend meal program, summer meals, and wraparound services including the McKinney-Vento homeless program. Career and technical education pathways include CDL training (Drive509 Spokane), CNA certification (Providence Healthcare), FFA forestry, construction, fish hatchery, horticulture, and a nationally competitive Rocket Club. Underlying technology consists of standard educational administration platforms (Skyward, Final Forms, ArbiterLive, Apex Learning, MySchoolMenus, SchoolJobs, Intouch Receipting) rather than proprietary AI systems.

Revenue is generated exclusively through public-sector funding: Washington State apportionment (the largest stream), federal education programs (Title I, IDEA, ARP/ESSER), and voter-approved local property tax levies (the EP&O Replacement Levy on the February 10, 2026 ballot comprising ~7.3% of operating revenue). Pricing to families is zero for tuition and meals; the only charges are nominal ASB athletic card fees ($16-$25). The district's go-to-market is enrollment-based via the Skyward online system with optional inter-district choice transfers through OSPI, supplemented by community engagement events, school board meetings, local news coverage, and Facebook social media. Distribution is in-person at district schools with online enrollment, while strategic partnerships with Providence Healthcare, Drive509 Spokane, Vaagen Brothers Lumber, and others extend the district's service ecosystem beyond its internal resources.

Name

Colville School District 115

Legal name

Colville School District 115

Website

https://colsd.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Colville School District 115 is a Washington State public K-12 school district serving approximately 1,000+ students across six schools in Colville, WA, funded by state apportionment, federal grants, and local levies, with free meals and career pathway programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Special Education Schools & Programs (EDAJAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Title I & Compensatory Education Programs (EDAJAGAJ), Homeless, Foster Care & Highly Mobile Youth Education Services (EDAJAEAG), Charter Alternative & At-Risk Schools (Continuation, Credit Recovery, Juvenile) (EDAJACAE), Specialized Instruction & Resource Support (Inclusion, Pull-Out, Co-Teaching) (EDAJAKAC)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• Special education services
• School nutrition programs
• Career technical education
• Student support services

Headquarters

HQ city

Colville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding (State and Federal): Colville School District is a public school district funded primarily through Washington State apportionment, federal education programs (Title I, IDEA/Special Education), and local property tax levies. The district's EP&O Replacement Levy (appearing on the February 10, 2026 Special Election ballot) supports educational programs and operations and comprises approximately 7.3% of the district's total operating revenue. The levy activates state Local Effort Assistance (LEA) equalization dollars. The district also receives ARP/ESSER grant funding.
2. Student Meal Program Revenue: The district participates in the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) providing free breakfast and lunch to all students for the 2025-2026 school year. The district's Nutrition Services department also operates summer meal programs and Bite2Go weekend meal program for food-insecure students. Revenue flows through the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program federal funding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Colville School District 115 delivers free, comprehensive public K-12 education to district residents across six schools serving Transitional Kindergarten through Grade 12 in Colville, Washington. Core offerings include general academic instruction, special education, English Language Development (ELD), Highly Capable Program, Title I services, Learning Assistance Program (LAP), McKinney-Vento homeless services, athletics at high school and junior high levels, and career and technical education pathways including CDL training, CNA certification, FFA, and construction. Wraparound support includes free meals under the Community Eligibility Program, weekend Bite2Go meals, summer meal programs, technology integration via 1:1 devices, and student transportation.

Product overview

Colville School District 115 operates as a traditional K-12 public school district with six schools serving students from Kindergarten through 12th grade in Colville, Washington. The district provides core educational programming including general education, special education, English Language Development (ELD), Highly Capable Program, Title I services, and Learning Assistance Program (LAP). Supporting programs include athletics at both high school and junior high levels, nutrition services (operating under Community Eligibility Program for free meals), transportation, technology support, and summer meal programs. The district also offers extended programs including college-level coursework, CDL training, CNA certification, rocketry club, FFA forestry, construction/woodshop, fish hatchery, horticulture, and drama. Curriculum is aligned to Washington State standards covering ELA, Math, and Science from K-12. The district uses Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework and employs various technology platforms including Skyward for student information, Final Forms for athletic registration, and MySchoolMenus for nutrition menus.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Colville High School: High school (grades 9-12) in Colville, WA; mascot: Hawks.
• Colville Junior High School
• Fort Colville Elementary School
• Hofstetter Elementary School
• Panorama & Aster School

Products and services

• K-12 General Education Program Comprehensive K-12 public school education serving students from Transitional Kindergarten through Grade 12 across six schools (CHS grades 9-12, CJHS grades 6-8, Fort Colville 3-5, Hofstetter TK-2, Panorama/Aster alternative education and developmental preschool). Aligned to Washington State curriculum standards covering English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, with AP course offerings and college-in-the-classroom opportunities.
• Colville High School Athletics Program Comprehensive high school athletic program for CHS students (grades 9-12) including football, volleyball, soccer, wrestling, basketball, baseball, track, and eSports. Managed via ArbiterLive athletic scheduling platform. ASB card fees of $25 apply for grades 7-8 athletes ($16 for grade 6 athletes) with no pay-to-play fees charged due to community levy support.
• Colville Junior High Athletics Program Junior high athletic program for CJHS students (grades 6-8) operating under a 'No-Cut' policy that allows all students who turn out to participate. Includes football, softball, cross country, cheerleading, volleyball, wrestling, basketball, baseball, and track. Athletic registration handled via Final Forms platform.
• Special Education Services Comprehensive special education and related services for eligible students from birth through age 21, including preschool screening, Child Find services, and Section 504 accommodations. Operates under Chapter 392-172A WAC and coordinates with NEWESD 101 for early intervention therapies (physical, occupational, speech, feeding, lactation).
• English Language Development (ELD) Program Program serving English Learner students using WIDA assessment standards for identification and sheltered instruction support until students reach English language proficiency. Managed by the Highly Capable Programs Assistant.
• Highly Capable Program Advanced academic program serving identified students from Kindergarten through Grade 12 with differentiated curriculum, flexible grouping, enrichment activities, secondary course options including Apex Learning, and college-in-the-classroom opportunities.
• Learning Assistance Program (LAP) Supplemental instruction and services for students not meeting academic standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, focusing on accelerating student growth through targeted support.
• Title I Services Federal Title I, Part A program providing customized instruction and curricula to help students meet academic standards and close educational achievement gaps, particularly for students from low-income backgrounds.
• Homeless Program (McKinney-Vento) McKinney-Vento homeless education program ensuring students experiencing homelessness have access to education, can remain in their school of origin, receive transportation support, and have barriers removed to full participation in school activities per district policy.
• Nutrition Services (School Meal Program) School meal program operating under the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) providing free breakfast and lunch to all district students for the 2025-2026 school year. Includes USDA Healthy Meals Incentive grant support. Menus displayed via MySchoolMenus platform.
• Bite2Go Weekend Meal Program Weekend meal delivery program addressing the weekend hunger gap by delivering food directly to students at school every Friday. Referred through staff, guardian, or student self-referral and offered free of charge.
• Summer Meal Program Free summer meal program providing 5 days worth of breakfasts and lunches weekly (Thursdays 9 AM-1 PM at Colville Junior High School) for all children ages 1-18 in the community regardless of school enrollment. Served 330 children on first day of operation, distributing 3,300 total meals.
• CDL Training Program Commercial Driver's License training program in partnership with Drive509 Spokane, available to CHS seniors. Students complete classroom instruction during their senior year and have up to 12 months to finish the driving portion to earn their CDL. Provides a direct career pathway into the trucking/logistics industry.
• CNA Certification Program Certified Nursing Assistant program partnership with Providence Healthcare enabling CHS seniors to earn CNA certification. Six CHS seniors graduated from the program in May 2026, providing a direct healthcare career pathway.
• College in the Classroom Program College-level coursework offered at Colville High School providing students the opportunity to earn college credits while in high school, available through the Highly Capable Program alongside Apex Learning pathways.
• Student Transportation Services Daily student bus transportation services for Colville School District students operated via First Student Transportation under the direction of Transportation Director Ted Watts. Includes route management, winter weather adjustments, and McKinney-Vento school-of-origin transportation support.

Quantifiable outcome

• 214 students (out of a high school enrollment) earned Honor Roll or High Honor Roll for Semester 2, 2025-2026 — demonstrating strong academic performance
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Drive509 SpokanecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerColville School District partners with Drive509 Spokane to provide a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training program for CHS seniors. Students complete classroom instruction during their senior year and have up to 12 months to finish the driving portion to earn their CDL. The program provides a direct career pathway into the trucking/logistics industry.
• Providence Health & ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerColville School District partners with Providence Healthcare to offer a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program at Colville High School. Six CHS seniors graduated from the Providence CNA program in May 2026, providing a direct healthcare career pathway for students.
• Colville Rotary ClubminorGTM or Marketing PartnerColville High School partnered with the Colville Rotary Club to co-host a Career Fair and Trade Show at the CHS campus. Over 60 local businesses from Stevens, Pend Oreille, and Spokane counties participated, providing career exploration opportunities for CHS and CJHS students as well as neighboring schools.
• Vaagen Brothers LumberminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVaagen Brothers Lumber donated materials for the Colville High School Construction class project building a concession stand for the junior high ball field. The company also collaborated with the district's maintenance department to install the completed structure.
• Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Kelly O'Keeffe PostminorGTM or Marketing PartnerColville High School art and AP students partnered with the local VFW Kelly O'Keeffe Post to place flags on graves of service members at the local cemetery in preparation for Memorial Day. The partnership provides students with civic education and community service opportunities.
• Newport High School (Drive509 Program)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerColville High School CDL students partnered with students from Newport High School's similar program for a hands-on collaborative learning experience at Newport High School, enhancing their training through peer interaction and shared learning.
• Colville TogetherminorGTM or Marketing PartnerColville Together coordinated with CJHS art students to create a mural at Heritage Court downtown. Funded through Innovia Foundation support and Colville Together's Mural Program, the project gave students an opportunity to contribute to community public art while developing artistic and teamwork skills.
• Stevens County SchoolsminorOthersThe district's McKinney-Vento homeless program coordinates across schools and Stevens County to ensure students experiencing homelessness have access to education, can remain in their school of origin, and receive transportation support per district policy.
• NEWESD 101 (Northeast Washington Educational Service District)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerNEWESD 101 provides early intervention services (physical, occupational, speech, feeding and lactation therapies) to infants and toddlers with disabilities ages birth through 3 years under Part C of IDEA. The district coordinates preschool screenings and referrals through this partnership.
• Providence Healthcare CampminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerColville School District and Providence Healthcare partnered to provide a rural healthcare exploration camp (Pathways to Providence Healthcare Camp) giving students exposure to healthcare careers in a rural setting.
• Colville Police DepartmentminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerColville High School collaborated with the Colville Police Department and local first responders to conduct a DUI Mock Crash simulation designed to educate students about emergency response procedures and the consequences of impaired driving. The simulation included a simulated funeral and court hearing in partnership with Stevens County Courts.
• First Student TransportationcoreOthersFirst Student Transportation provides bus transportation services for the Colville School District under the direction of Transportation Director Ted Watts. The company handles daily student transportation including route management and winter weather adjustments. Two-day-per-week milk delivery coordination is also facilitated through the district's transportation infrastructure.
• Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)coreOthersThe district operates under Washington State OSPI oversight and participates in state programs including Title I, LAP, McKinney-Vento, special education (Chapter 392-172A WAC), and other state-funded educational initiatives.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mead School District: Larger Spokane-area WA public K-12 district serving north Spokane County with full K-12, special education, and CTE lineup. A useful comparable for evaluating Colville at slightly larger scale under the same state funding model.
• Deer Park School District: Spokane County neighbor (rural-north of Spokane) running a comparable K-12 portfolio including alternative programs, athletics, and CTE. Overlap in OSPI regulatory framework and choice-transfer catchment.
• Kettle Falls School District: Direct Stevens County neighbor district east of Colville on the same OSPI oversight. Rural K-12 operating profile, levy funding reliance, and Title I/Title IX obligations closely mirror Colville's structure.
• Chewelah School District: Rural Stevens County, WA public K-12 district of comparable size, sharing the same county and OSPI funding environment. Operates similarly structured elementary, middle, and high school programs with multi-tiered support and Title I services.
• Mary Walker School District: Adjacent Stevens County rural K-12 district serving similar student demographics in Springdale/Deer Lake area. Comparable in size, funding model (state apportionment plus levies), and CTE/alternative program mix.
• Selkirk School District: Public K-12 district serving the Selkirk/Ione/Metalines Falls area bordering Stevens and Pend Oreille counties. Similar rural enrollment base, levy-funded operations, and OSPI oversight as Colville.

Broad incumbents

• Spokane Public Schools: Regional anchor district for the Spokane metropolitan area, encompassing elementary, middle, and high schools with broader programmatic offerings. Comparable as the incumbent regional K-12 education provider under the same OSPI regulatory regime, though much larger.

Others

• NEWESD 101 (Northeast Washington ESD): Regional Educational Service District serving multiple K-12 districts including Colville, providing shared services such as early intervention (Part C IDEA) and special education coordination. Functions as a service collaborator rather than a competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/csd115
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/colville-school-district-115

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

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