Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chautauqua Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Chautauqua Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Vashon, WA, encompassing approximately 82.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chautauqua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chautauqua Elementary School's student population of 480 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Chautauqua 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 Chautauqua Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#390 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
66%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chautauqua Elementary School's ranking?
Chautauqua Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chautauqua Elementary School?
480 students attend Chautauqua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Chautauqua Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chautauqua Elementary School?
Chautauqua Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chautauqua Elementary School offer ?
Chautauqua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chautauqua Elementary School part of?
Chautauqua Elementary School is part of Vashon Island School District.
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