Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Heights 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 49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heights Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heights Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#720 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
80%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Heights Elementary School is ranked #720 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Genesee School, Asotin Elementary School, Camelot Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Heights Elementary School?
371 students attend Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Heights Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heights Elementary School?
Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Heights Elementary School offer ?
Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heights Elementary School part of?
Heights Elementary School is part of Clarkston School District.
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