Serving 574 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hiawatha 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 27% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiawatha Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hiawatha Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Hiawatha Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hiawatha Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1776 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
91%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
8%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Hiawatha Elementary School's ranking?
Hiawatha Elementary School is ranked #1776 out of 2,113 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha Elementary School?
574 students attend Hiawatha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hiawatha Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hiawatha Elementary School?
Hiawatha Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hiawatha Elementary School offer ?
Hiawatha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hiawatha Elementary School part of?
Hiawatha Elementary School is part of Othello School District.
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