Serving 848 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Amistad 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 9% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amistad Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Amistad Elementary School's student population of 848 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amistad Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amistad Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#2105 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
78%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
13%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amistad Elementary School's ranking?
Amistad Elementary School is ranked #2105 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Amistad Elementary School often compared to?
Amistad Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Amistad Elementary School?
848 students attend Amistad Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Amistad Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amistad Elementary School?
Amistad Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Amistad Elementary School offer ?
Amistad Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Amistad Elementary School part of?
Amistad Elementary School is part of Kennewick School District.
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