Serving 40 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Great Northern Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 40 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Northern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Great Northern Elementary School's student population of 40 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
4 teachers
School Rankings
Great Northern 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 Great Northern Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#481 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)40-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
90%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Northern Elementary School's ranking?
Great Northern Elementary School is ranked #481 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Great Northern Elementary School often compared to?
Great Northern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windsor Elementary School, Nine Mile Falls Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Great Northern Elementary School?
40 students attend Great Northern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Great Northern Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Great Northern Elementary School offer ?
Great Northern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Northern Elementary School part of?
Great Northern Elementary School is part of Great Northern School District.
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