Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chautauqua Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chautauqua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chautauqua Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
487 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Chautauqua Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chautauqua Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#345 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
2%
9%

Hispanic
18%
26%

Black
1%
5%

White
68%
48%

Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
49%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chautauqua Elementary School's ranking?
Chautauqua Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chautauqua Elementary School?
487 students attend Chautauqua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Chautauqua Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chautauqua Elementary School?
Chautauqua Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chautauqua Elementary School offer ?
Chautauqua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chautauqua Elementary School part of?
Chautauqua Elementary School is part of Vashon Island School District.
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