Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marcus Whitman Elementary School ranks in the top 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 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marcus Whitman Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marcus Whitman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marcus Whitman Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#884 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)56%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)57%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
27%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
62%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marcus Whitman Elementary School's ranking?
Marcus Whitman Elementary School is ranked #884 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Marcus Whitman Elementary School often compared to?
Marcus Whitman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jason Lee Elementary School, Lewis & Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Marcus Whitman Elementary School?
458 students attend Marcus Whitman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Marcus Whitman Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marcus Whitman Elementary School?
Marcus Whitman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Marcus Whitman Elementary School offer ?
Marcus Whitman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marcus Whitman Elementary School part of?
Marcus Whitman Elementary School is part of Richland School District.
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