Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Colby Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Colby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Colby Elementary School's student population of 290 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Colby 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 South Colby Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#356 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
72%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Colby Elementary School's ranking?
South Colby Elementary School is ranked #356 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are South Colby Elementary School often compared to?
South Colby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mullenix Ridge Elementary School, Orchard Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend South Colby Elementary School?
290 students attend South Colby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of South Colby Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Colby Elementary School?
South Colby Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Colby Elementary School offer ?
South Colby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Colby Elementary School part of?
South Colby Elementary School is part of South Kitsap School District.
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