Serving 665 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kokanee Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kokanee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kokanee Elementary School's student population of 665 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
School Rankings
Kokanee Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kokanee Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#105 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
67%
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
20%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kokanee Elementary School's ranking?
Kokanee Elementary School is ranked #105 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kokanee Elementary School often compared to?
Kokanee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fernwood Elementary School, Shelton View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kokanee Elementary School?
665 students attend Kokanee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Kokanee Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kokanee Elementary School?
Kokanee Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kokanee Elementary School offer ?
Kokanee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kokanee Elementary School part of?
Kokanee Elementary School is part of Northshore School District.
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