Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School ranks in the top 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 49% (which is higher 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 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Julia Butler Hansen Elementary serves the eastern part of Olympia, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles, where most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.6 miles, with the furthest edge located 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School's student population of 412 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#955 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
7%
5%
White
48%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School's ranking?
Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School is ranked #955 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School often compared to?
Julia Butler Hansen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leland P Brown Elementary School, Michael T Simmons Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% 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 Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School?
412 students attend Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School?
Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School offer ?
Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School part of?
Julia Butler Hansen Elementary School is part of Olympia School District.
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