Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Darrington 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Darrington Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Darrington school district, encompassing approximately 582.4 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 18.9 miles to its edges and extending up to 32.5 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Darrington Elementary School's student population of 351 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Darrington 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 Darrington 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
#1964 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Logger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darrington Elementary School's ranking?
Darrington Elementary School is ranked #1964 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Darrington Elementary School?
351 students attend Darrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Darrington Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Darrington Elementary School?
Darrington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Darrington Elementary School offer ?
Darrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Darrington Elementary School part of?
Darrington Elementary School is part of Darrington School District.
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