Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dry Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dry Creek Elementary serves the northern part of Port Angeles, WA, covering an area of approximately 35.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the school and the furthest edge reaching 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dry Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dry Creek Elementary School's student population of 393 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dry Creek 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 Dry Creek Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#563 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
11%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-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 Dry Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Dry Creek Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Dry Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Dry Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Dry Creek Elementary School?
393 students attend Dry Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Dry Creek Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dry Creek Elementary School?
Dry Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dry Creek Elementary School offer ?
Dry Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dry Creek Elementary School part of?
Dry Creek Elementary School is part of Port Angeles School District.
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