Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Marcus Whitman-cowiche 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1509 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
72%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
26%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School's ranking?
Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School is ranked #1509 out of 2,113 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School?
281 students attend Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School?
Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School offer ?
Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School part of?
Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School is part of Highland School District.
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