Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kapowsin 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 35-39% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kapowsin Elementary serves the eastern part of Graham, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 52.1 square miles. It typically takes 10 to 12 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 10.4 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kapowsin Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Kapowsin Cougars are a caring community inspiring each other to be their personal best.
School Rankings
Kapowsin 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 Kapowsin Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1149 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
13%
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)32.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kapowsin Elementary School's ranking?
Kapowsin Elementary School is ranked #1149 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kapowsin Elementary School often compared to?
Kapowsin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waller Road Elementary School, Boze Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Kapowsin Elementary School?
321 students attend Kapowsin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Kapowsin Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kapowsin Elementary School?
Kapowsin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kapowsin Elementary School offer ?
Kapowsin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kapowsin Elementary School part of?
Kapowsin Elementary School is part of Bethel School District.
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