Emerson Elementary School serves 212 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Attendance Zone: Emerson Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entirety of the Hoquiam, WA school district, covering approximately 200.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from any point within the zone is about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.2 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 17 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
28%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
212 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Emerson Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of Hoquiam School District.
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