Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kirkwood 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 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kirkwood Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Toppenish school district, encompassing approximately 267.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary located 27.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kirkwood Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#2028 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
11%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)37.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2007–2025. 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 Kirkwood Elementary School's ranking?
Kirkwood Elementary School is ranked #2028 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kirkwood Elementary School?
387 students attend Kirkwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kirkwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kirkwood Elementary School?
Kirkwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kirkwood Elementary School offer ?
Kirkwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kirkwood Elementary School part of?
Kirkwood Elementary School is part of Toppenish School District.
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