Serving 541 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lutacaga 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 22% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lutacaga Elementary serves the northern part of Othello, WA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lutacaga Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Lutacaga 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 Lutacaga Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1924 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
96%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lutacaga Elementary School's ranking?
Lutacaga Elementary School is ranked #1924 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lutacaga Elementary School?
541 students attend Lutacaga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lutacaga Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lutacaga Elementary School?
Lutacaga Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lutacaga Elementary School offer ?
Lutacaga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lutacaga Elementary School part of?
Lutacaga Elementary School is part of Othello School District.
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