Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cottonwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottonwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cottonwood Elementary School's student population of 374 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Cottonwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottonwood Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#495 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
53%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottonwood Elementary School's ranking?
Cottonwood Elementary School is ranked #495 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cottonwood Elementary School often compared to?
Cottonwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cottonwood Elementary School?
374 students attend Cottonwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cottonwood Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cottonwood Elementary School?
Cottonwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cottonwood Elementary School offer ?
Cottonwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottonwood Elementary School part of?
Cottonwood Elementary School is part of Central Kitsap School District.
School Reviews
5 3/2/2019
This school is an under appreciated gem. The principal mrs laHaie sets a wonderful " tone" in the school. She demonstrates kindness and a genuine respect for her kids. Every single one of the teachers and staff also set this tone of kindness and positivity. I`m so happy that we transferred our son to this lovely school full of loving and patient adults:)
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