Serving 107 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carrolls 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carrolls Elementary serves the southwest part of Kelso, WA, covering an area of approximately 16.7 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with most living within 4 miles of the zone's edge and the furthest edge extending up to 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carrolls Elementary School's student population of 107 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
107 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Carrolls Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrolls Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#825 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)33.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Carrolls Elementary School's ranking?
Carrolls Elementary School is ranked #825 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Carrolls Elementary School?
107 students attend Carrolls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Carrolls Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrolls Elementary School?
Carrolls Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carrolls Elementary School offer ?
Carrolls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrolls Elementary School part of?
Carrolls Elementary School is part of Kelso School District.
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