Serving 349 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kessler 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 43% 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: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kessler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kessler Elementary School's student population of 349 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Kessler is a place where ALL students succeed with no exception.
School Rankings
Kessler 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 Kessler Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1924 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
26%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kessler Elementary School's ranking?
Kessler Elementary School is ranked #1924 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kessler Elementary School?
349 students attend Kessler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Kessler Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kessler Elementary School?
Kessler Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kessler Elementary School offer ?
Kessler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kessler Elementary School part of?
Kessler Elementary School is part of Longview School District.
In what neighborhood is Kessler Elementary School located?
Kessler Elementary School is located in the New West Side neighborhood of Longview, WA.
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