Serving 48 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Damman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Damman Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Ellensburg, WA school district, encompassing approximately 40.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Damman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Damman Elementary School's student population of 48 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Damman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Damman Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#488 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
27%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Damman Elementary School's ranking?
Damman Elementary School is ranked #488 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Damman Elementary School?
48 students attend Damman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Damman Elementary School students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Damman Elementary School?
Damman Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Damman Elementary School offer ?
Damman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Damman Elementary School part of?
Damman Elementary School is part of Damman School District.
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