Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-5, James Sales Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher 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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Sales Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
James Sales Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Motto
n.a.
School Mascot
Jaguars
School Rankings
James Sales 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 Sales Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#1084 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
34%
26%
Black
11%
5%
White
27%
48%
Hawaiian
9%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Sales Elementary School's ranking?
James Sales Elementary School is ranked #1084 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are James Sales Elementary School often compared to?
James Sales Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christensen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 James Sales Elementary School?
377 students attend James Sales Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of James Sales Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Sales Elementary School?
James Sales Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does James Sales Elementary School offer ?
James Sales Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Sales Elementary School part of?
James Sales Elementary School is part of Franklin Pierce School District.
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