Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Berney 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berney Elementary School's student population of 324 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Rankings
Berney 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 Berney Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1145 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
26%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
69%
47%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berney Elementary School's ranking?
Berney Elementary School is ranked #1145 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Berney Elementary School often compared to?
Berney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Elementary School, Touchet Elementary & High School, Edison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Berney Elementary School?
324 students attend Berney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Berney Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berney Elementary School?
Berney Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berney Elementary School offer ?
Berney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berney Elementary School part of?
Berney Elementary School is part of Walla Walla School District.
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