Serving 44 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Onion Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Onion Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Onion Creek Elementary School's student population of 44 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Onion Creek 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 Onion Creek Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#879 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
89%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Onion Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Onion Creek Elementary School is ranked #879 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Onion Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Onion Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northport Elementary School, Gess Elementary School, Hofstetter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Onion Creek Elementary School?
44 students attend Onion Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Onion Creek Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Onion Creek Elementary School?
Onion Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Onion Creek Elementary School offer ?
Onion Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Onion Creek Elementary School part of?
Onion Creek Elementary School is part of Onion Creek School District.
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