Serving 582 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wahitis Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 91% 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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wahitis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wahitis Elementary School's student population of 582 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wahitis 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 Wahitis Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1189 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
91%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
9%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Wahitis Elementary School's ranking?
Wahitis Elementary School is ranked #1189 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Wahitis Elementary School?
582 students attend Wahitis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Wahitis Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wahitis Elementary School?
Wahitis Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wahitis Elementary School offer ?
Wahitis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Wahitis Elementary School part of?
Wahitis Elementary School is part of Othello School District.
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