Serving 425 students in grades 1-6, Simpson Avenue 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 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than 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 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Simpson Avenue Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Simpson Avenue 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 Simpson Avenue Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#616 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
80%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simpson Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Simpson Avenue Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Simpson Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Simpson Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beacon Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Simpson Avenue Elementary School?
425 students attend Simpson Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Simpson Avenue Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simpson Avenue Elementary School?
Simpson Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Simpson Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Simpson Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Simpson Avenue Elementary School part of?
Simpson Avenue Elementary School is part of Montesano School District.
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