Serving 471 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Farwell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Farwell Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Soaring with Honor
School Rankings
Farwell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farwell Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#377 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
74%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Talon The Farwell Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farwell Elementary School's ranking?
Farwell Elementary School is ranked #377 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Farwell Elementary School often compared to?
Farwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Farwell Elementary School?
471 students attend Farwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Farwell Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farwell Elementary School?
Farwell Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Farwell Elementary School offer ?
Farwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Farwell Elementary School part of?
Farwell Elementary School is part of Mead School District.
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