Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Basin City 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Basin City Elementary School's student population of 333 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Basin City Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Basin City Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1629 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
76%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
24%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basin City Elementary School's ranking?
Basin City Elementary School is ranked #1629 out of 2,088 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Basin City Elementary School?
333 students attend Basin City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Basin City Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 24% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Basin City Elementary School?
Basin City Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Basin City Elementary School offer ?
Basin City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Basin City Elementary School part of?
Basin City Elementary School is part of North Franklin School District.
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