Serving 339 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nob Hill 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 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nob Hill Elementary School serves the west part of Yakima, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically enjoy a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nob Hill Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
REACHing for Excellence!
School Rankings
Nob Hill 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 Nob Hill Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1218 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
63%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
30%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nob Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Nob Hill Elementary School is ranked #1218 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Nob Hill Elementary School?
339 students attend Nob Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Nob Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nob Hill Elementary School?
Nob Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nob Hill Elementary School offer ?
Nob Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nob Hill Elementary School part of?
Nob Hill Elementary School is part of Yakima School District.
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