Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Pines Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Pines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Pines Elementary School's student population of 291 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
South Pines 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 South Pines Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1057 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
76%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 South Pines Elementary School's ranking?
South Pines Elementary School is ranked #1057 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend South Pines Elementary School?
291 students attend South Pines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of South Pines Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Pines Elementary School?
South Pines Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Pines Elementary School offer ?
South Pines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Pines Elementary School part of?
South Pines Elementary School is part of Central Valley School District.
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