Serving 253 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kittitas Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kittitas Elementary School's student population of 253 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To Achieve Academic and Personal Success
School Rankings
Kittitas 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 Kittitas Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#998 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
80%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Kittitas Elementary School's ranking?
Kittitas Elementary School is ranked #998 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kittitas Elementary School?
253 students attend Kittitas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Kittitas Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kittitas Elementary School?
Kittitas Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kittitas Elementary School offer ?
Kittitas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kittitas Elementary School part of?
Kittitas Elementary School is part of Kittitas School District.
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