Serving 302 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Goldendale Primary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goldendale Primary School's student population of 302 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Goldendale Primary 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 Goldendale Primary School is 0.51, 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
#1834 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Timberwolves
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goldendale Primary School's ranking?
Goldendale Primary School is ranked #1834 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Goldendale Primary School?
302 students attend Goldendale Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Goldendale Primary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goldendale Primary School?
Goldendale Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Goldendale Primary School offer ?
Goldendale Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goldendale Primary School part of?
Goldendale Primary School is part of Goldendale School District.
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