Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert Frost 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 19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 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: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Frost Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Robert Frost Elementary School's student population of 502 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert Frost 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 Robert Frost Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1988 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
94%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
4%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
41%
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 Robert Frost Elementary School's ranking?
Robert Frost Elementary School is ranked #1988 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Robert Frost Elementary School?
502 students attend Robert Frost Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Robert Frost Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert Frost Elementary School?
Robert Frost Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Robert Frost Elementary School offer ?
Robert Frost Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Robert Frost Elementary School part of?
Robert Frost Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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