Serving 475 students in grades 3-5, Hedden 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 47% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hedden Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hedden Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hedden Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#982 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
44%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hedden Elementary School's ranking?
Hedden Elementary School is ranked #982 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hedden Elementary School?
475 students attend Hedden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hedden Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hedden Elementary School?
Hedden Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hedden Elementary School offer ?
Hedden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Hedden Elementary School part of?
Hedden Elementary School is part of Fife School District.
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