Serving 199 students in grades Kindergarten, Mattawa 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 10-14% (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 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mattawa Elementary serves the entire district of Mattawa, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 260.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 25.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mattawa Elementary School's student population of 199 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mattawa 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 Mattawa Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#2015 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
99%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mattawa Elementary School's ranking?
Mattawa Elementary School is ranked #2015 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?
10-14% 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 Mattawa Elementary School?
199 students attend Mattawa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Mattawa Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mattawa Elementary School?
Mattawa Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mattawa Elementary School offer ?
Mattawa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mattawa Elementary School part of?
Mattawa Elementary School is part of Wahluke School District.
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