Serving 688 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elma Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elma Elementary School's student population of 688 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
688 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elma Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elma Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#955 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
25%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
67%
47%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elma Elementary School's ranking?
Elma Elementary School is ranked #955 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Elma Elementary School often compared to?
Elma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mccleary Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Elma Elementary School?
688 students attend Elma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Elma Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elma Elementary School?
Elma Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elma Elementary School offer ?
Elma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elma Elementary School part of?
Elma Elementary School is part of Elma School District.
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