Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Outlook 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 26% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Outlook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Outlook Elementary School's student population of 449 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Outlook 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 Outlook Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1890 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
95%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
4%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Outlook Elementary School's ranking?
Outlook Elementary School is ranked #1890 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Outlook Elementary School?
449 students attend Outlook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Outlook Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Outlook Elementary School?
Outlook Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Outlook Elementary School offer ?
Outlook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Outlook Elementary School part of?
Outlook Elementary School is part of Sunnyside School District.
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