Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wide Hollow Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 54% 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-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wide Hollow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wide Hollow Elementary School's student population of 456 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wide Hollow Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wide Hollow Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#612 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
47%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
46%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wide Hollow Elementary School's ranking?
Wide Hollow Elementary School is ranked #612 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Wide Hollow Elementary School?
456 students attend Wide Hollow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Wide Hollow Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wide Hollow Elementary School?
Wide Hollow Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wide Hollow Elementary School offer ?
Wide Hollow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wide Hollow Elementary School part of?
Wide Hollow Elementary School is part of West Valley School District (Yakima).
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