Serving 282 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Knolls Vista 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 74% 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: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Knolls Vista Elementary serves a central area in Moses Lake, WA, covering approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knolls Vista Elementary School's student population of 282 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knolls Vista 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 Knolls Vista Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1691 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
69%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
26%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knolls Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Knolls Vista Elementary School is ranked #1691 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Knolls Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Knolls Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Knolls Vista Elementary School?
282 students attend Knolls Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Knolls Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knolls Vista Elementary School?
Knolls Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Knolls Vista Elementary School offer ?
Knolls Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knolls Vista Elementary School part of?
Knolls Vista Elementary School is part of Moses Lake School District.
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