Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Onalaska Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Onalaska Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 227.5 square miles in Onalaska, WA. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 20 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Onalaska Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Onalaska Elementary School's student population of 437 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
100 acres
School Motto
Cultivating and Harvesting High Expectations and Excellence
School Rankings
Onalaska Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Onalaska Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#693 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Onalaska Elementary School's ranking?
Onalaska Elementary School is ranked #693 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Onalaska Elementary School often compared to?
Onalaska Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Napavine Elementary School, Mossyrock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Onalaska Elementary School?
437 students attend Onalaska Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Onalaska Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Onalaska Elementary School?
Onalaska Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Onalaska Elementary School offer ?
Onalaska Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Onalaska Elementary School part of?
Onalaska Elementary School is part of Onalaska School District.
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