Creston School District is the K-12 school district in the Eastern Washington farming community of Creston, Washington. Due to the small size of the town, the elementary and junior high are in the same building; and the Creston Elementary School has combined classrooms: K, 1st/2nd, 3rd/4th, and 5th/6th.
Serving 39 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Creston Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Creston Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Creston, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 257.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Creston Elementary School's student population of 39 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Creston Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creston Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1333 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
90%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creston Elementary School's ranking?
Creston Elementary School is ranked #1333 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Creston Elementary School?
39 students attend Creston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Creston Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creston Elementary School?
Creston Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Creston Elementary School offer ?
Creston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creston Elementary School part of?
Creston Elementary School is part of Creston School District.
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