Serving 317 students in grades 4-5, Morris Schott 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morris Schott Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mattawa, WA school district, covering approximately 260.6 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge located 25.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morris Schott Elementary School's student population of 317 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Morris Schott 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 Morris Schott Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#2039 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
98%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
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 Morris Schott Elementary School's ranking?
Morris Schott Elementary School is ranked #2039 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Morris Schott Elementary School?
317 students attend Morris Schott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Morris Schott Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morris Schott Elementary School?
Morris Schott Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morris Schott Elementary School offer ?
Morris Schott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morris Schott Elementary School part of?
Morris Schott Elementary School is part of Wahluke School District.
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