Serving 70 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Harrington 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrington Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Harrington, WA, encompassing approximately 325.1 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 16.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrington Elementary School's student population of 70 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
70 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harrington 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 Harrington Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1597 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Unspecified colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrington Elementary School's ranking?
Harrington Elementary School is ranked #1597 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Harrington Elementary School?
70 students attend Harrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Harrington Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrington Elementary School?
Harrington Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harrington Elementary School offer ?
Harrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrington Elementary School part of?
Harrington Elementary School is part of Harrington School District.
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