Emerson Elementary School serves 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 269 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
30%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
269 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Emerson Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of Hoquiam School District.
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