Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James Mcgee 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 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Mcgee Elementary School's student population of 499 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Mcgee 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 James Mcgee Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1269 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
66%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
28%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Mcgee Elementary School's ranking?
James Mcgee Elementary School is ranked #1269 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend James Mcgee Elementary School?
499 students attend James Mcgee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of James Mcgee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Mcgee Elementary School?
James Mcgee Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does James Mcgee Elementary School offer ?
James Mcgee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Mcgee Elementary School part of?
James Mcgee Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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