Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Finley 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Finley Elementary School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Finley 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 Finley Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1761 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
58%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
37%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Finley Elementary School's ranking?
Finley Elementary School is ranked #1761 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Finley Elementary School?
367 students attend Finley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Finley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Finley Elementary School?
Finley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Finley Elementary School offer ?
Finley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Finley Elementary School part of?
Finley Elementary School is part of Finley School District.
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