Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Port Orchard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Port Orchard Elementary serves the northeast part of Port Orchard, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Port Orchard Elementary School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
East Port Orchard 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 East Port Orchard Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1339 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Port Orchard Elementary School's ranking?
East Port Orchard Elementary School is ranked #1339 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are East Port Orchard Elementary School often compared to?
East Port Orchard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sidney Glen Elementary School, Orchard Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend East Port Orchard Elementary School?
423 students attend East Port Orchard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of East Port Orchard Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Port Orchard Elementary School?
East Port Orchard Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Port Orchard Elementary School offer ?
East Port Orchard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Port Orchard Elementary School part of?
East Port Orchard Elementary School is part of South Kitsap School District.
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