Serving 134 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bess Herian 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 58% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bess Herian Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Cusick school district, covering an area of approximately 459.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 25.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bess Herian Elementary School's student population of 134 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bess Herian 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 Bess Herian Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1583 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
17%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
26%
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)41%
34.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 is Bess Herian Elementary School's ranking?
Bess Herian Elementary School is ranked #1583 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bess Herian Elementary School often compared to?
Bess Herian Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robertson Elementary School, Cottonwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Bess Herian Elementary School?
134 students attend Bess Herian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Bess Herian Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bess Herian Elementary School?
Bess Herian Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bess Herian Elementary School offer ?
Bess Herian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bess Herian Elementary School part of?
Bess Herian Elementary School is part of Cusick School District.
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