Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Progress Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 39% 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: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Progress Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Progress Elementary School's student population of 280 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Progress Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Progress Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1788 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Progress Elementary School's ranking?
Progress Elementary School is ranked #1788 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Progress Elementary School often compared to?
Progress Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Greenacres Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Progress Elementary School?
280 students attend Progress Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Progress Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Progress Elementary School?
Progress Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Progress Elementary School offer ?
Progress Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Progress Elementary School part of?
Progress Elementary School is part of Central Valley School District.
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