Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cottonwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 25% 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: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Cottonwood Elementary serves the northern part of Kennewick, WA, covering an area of approximately 22 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the zone edge and the furthest edge being 5.6 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cottonwood Elementary School's student population of 474 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Home of the Badgers
School Rankings
Cottonwood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% 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 0.41, 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
#119 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
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 #119 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cottonwood Elementary School often compared to?
Cottonwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sage Crest Elementary School, Ridge View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cottonwood Elementary School?
474 students attend Cottonwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cottonwood Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottonwood Elementary School?
Cottonwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cottonwood Elementary School offer ?
Cottonwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottonwood Elementary School part of?
Cottonwood Elementary School is part of Kennewick School District.
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