Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, A J West Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: A J West Elementary serves the west part of Aberdeen, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 1.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
A J West Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
A J West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A J West Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1653 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A J West Elementary School's ranking?
A J West Elementary School is ranked #1653 out of 2,088 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend A J West Elementary School?
281 students attend A J West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of A J West Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A J West Elementary School?
A J West Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does A J West Elementary School offer ?
A J West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is A J West Elementary School part of?
A J West Elementary School is part of Aberdeen School District.
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