Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Beacon Avenue 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Attendance Zone: Beacon Avenue Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Montesano school district, covering an area of approximately 225.6 square miles. Parents can expect typical drive times of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edges of the zone located up to 19.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beacon Avenue Elementary School's student population of 333 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Beacon Avenue Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)60-64%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)37.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 schools are Beacon Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Beacon Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Park Elementary School, Simpson Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% WA state average).
How many students attend Beacon Avenue Elementary School?
333 students attend Beacon Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Beacon Avenue Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beacon Avenue Elementary School?
Beacon Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beacon Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Beacon Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beacon Avenue Elementary School part of?
Beacon Avenue Elementary School is part of Montesano School District.
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