Serving 592 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School's student population of 592 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
592 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School is 0.82, which is more 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
#533 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
15%
5%
White
26%
47%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
21%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School is ranked #533 out of 2,088 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School?
592 students attend Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School?
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School part of?
Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School is part of Bethel School District.
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