Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cottonwood 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cottonwood Elementary School serves the east part of Yakima, WA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 9.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottonwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cottonwood Elementary School's student population of 362 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
362 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#323 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
39%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
54%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Cottonwood Elementary School's ranking?
Cottonwood Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cottonwood Elementary School often compared to?
Cottonwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robertson Elementary School, Apple Valley Elementary School, Hilton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cottonwood Elementary School?
362 students attend Cottonwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Cottonwood Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottonwood Elementary School?
Cottonwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cottonwood Elementary School offer ?
Cottonwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cottonwood Elementary School part of?
Cottonwood Elementary School is part of West Valley School District (Yakima).
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