Serving 333 students in grades 3-5, Satus 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 20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 98% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Satus Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Satus Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Satus 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 Satus Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1923 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
25%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
67%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Satus Elementary School's ranking?
Satus Elementary School is ranked #1923 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Satus Elementary School?
333 students attend Satus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Satus Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Satus Elementary School?
Satus Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Satus Elementary School offer ?
Satus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Satus Elementary School part of?
Satus Elementary School is part of Wapato School District.
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