Serving 789 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, La Center 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 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 789 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: La Center Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire La Center school district, covering approximately 38 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Center Elementary School's student population of 789 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
789 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Center 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 La Center Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#1034 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
81%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Center Elementary School's ranking?
La Center Elementary School is ranked #1034 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are La Center Elementary School often compared to?
La Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Captain Strong, Union Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend La Center Elementary School?
789 students attend La Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of La Center Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 La Center Elementary School?
La Center Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does La Center Elementary School offer ?
La Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Center Elementary School part of?
La Center Elementary School is part of La Center School District.
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