Serving 146 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waitsburg Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher 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 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waitsburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Waitsburg Elementary School's student population of 146 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Waitsburg Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waitsburg Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#602 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
88%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Waitsburg Elementary School's ranking?
Waitsburg Elementary School is ranked #602 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Waitsburg Elementary School?
146 students attend Waitsburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Waitsburg Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waitsburg Elementary School?
Waitsburg Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Waitsburg Elementary School offer ?
Waitsburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waitsburg Elementary School part of?
Waitsburg Elementary School is part of Waitsburg School District.
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