Serving 66 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Central Educational Services ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Educational Services ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Educational Services's student population of 66 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
66 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Motto
The Wolverine Way, it’s worth the climb.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Educational Services is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
61%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
Asian
26%
9%
Hispanic
22%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
40%
47%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverines
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Central Educational Services?
66 students attend Central Educational Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Central Educational Services students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Educational Services?
Central Educational Services has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Educational Services offer ?
Central Educational Services offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Educational Services part of?
Central Educational Services is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Educational Services located?
Central Educational Services is located in the Wilburton neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Wilburton.
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