Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mt. Stuart Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt. Stuart Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Ellensburg, WA, covering approximately 558.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 29.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt. Stuart Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mt. Stuart 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 Mt. Stuart Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1276 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Empowering Minds, Redefining Education
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Stuart Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Stuart Elementary School is ranked #1276 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mt. Stuart Elementary School often compared to?
Mt. Stuart Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Valley View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mt. Stuart Elementary School?
336 students attend Mt. Stuart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mt. Stuart Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Stuart Elementary School?
Mt. Stuart Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mt. Stuart Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Stuart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt. Stuart Elementary School part of?
Mt. Stuart Elementary School is part of Ellensburg School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I absolutely LOVE this school! Everyone at the school has been super helpful, encouraging and on top of their game. My son being somewhat of a "problem child" transferred to this school with one of those "thick" files this year. He was there only 2 weeks when I received my dreaded 1st phone call from the school. It was the Special Education teacher, I thought Oh no what now...However, to my surprise she was actually calling to let me know that the previous school's IEP did not match up with my son, in fact she felt he was a total different child than she has expected to show up after reading his file. I was thrilled! The Principle, Herself and his Teacher all praised him for his good qualities. It is now December and I have not had one call from the school about bad behavior and needing to come in to discuss and develop a "Plan"! He no longer tries to get out of going to school and he comes home happy not angry. He even wrote a story the other night, the first time EVER! So with all this I have to say this school and it's Teachers, Principle and staff have performed a miracle for my son and I. I would recommend this school to anyone!
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