Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eastgate 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 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eastgate Elementary School serves the northeast part of Kennewick, WA, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastgate Elementary School's student population of 468 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
KSD’s mission is to provide a safe environment in which every student reaches their highest potential and graduates well prepared for success in post-secondary education work and life.
School Rankings
Eastgate 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 Eastgate Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#1961 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
85%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastgate Elementary School's ranking?
Eastgate Elementary School is ranked #1961 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Eastgate Elementary School often compared to?
Eastgate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Eastgate Elementary School?
468 students attend Eastgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Eastgate Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastgate Elementary School?
Eastgate Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eastgate Elementary School offer ?
Eastgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastgate Elementary School part of?
Eastgate Elementary School is part of Kennewick School District.
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