Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial Elementary in Olympia, WA, serves the southeastern part of its school district, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Centennial Stars!
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial 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
#293 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
58%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Centennial Stars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #293 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
434 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Centennial Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Olympia School District.
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