Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pomeroy 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 16% 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-6
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pomeroy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pomeroy Elementary School's student population of 206 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pomeroy 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 Pomeroy Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#368 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
84%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pomeroy Elementary School's ranking?
Pomeroy Elementary School is ranked #368 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pomeroy Elementary School?
206 students attend Pomeroy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pomeroy Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pomeroy Elementary School?
Pomeroy Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pomeroy Elementary School offer ?
Pomeroy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Pomeroy Elementary School part of?
Pomeroy Elementary School is part of Pomeroy School District.
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