Serving 129 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Waterville Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waterville Elementary School's student population of 129 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating leaders who T.H.R.I.V.E.
School Rankings
Waterville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterville 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
#703 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
78%
47%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
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 Waterville Elementary School's ranking?
Waterville Elementary School is ranked #703 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Waterville Elementary School?
129 students attend Waterville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Waterville Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterville Elementary School?
Waterville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waterville Elementary School offer ?
Waterville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterville Elementary School part of?
Waterville Elementary School is part of Waterville School District.
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