Serving 579 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hiawatha 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 31% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hiawatha Elementary School serves the northern part of Othello, WA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hiawatha Elementary School's student population of 579 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where everyone grows!
School Rankings
Hiawatha 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 Hiawatha Elementary School is 0.18, 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
#1756 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Thunderbirds
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiawatha Elementary School's ranking?
Hiawatha Elementary School is ranked #1756 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha Elementary School?
579 students attend Hiawatha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hiawatha Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiawatha Elementary School?
Hiawatha Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hiawatha Elementary School offer ?
Hiawatha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hiawatha Elementary School part of?
Hiawatha Elementary School is part of Othello School District.
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