Serving 45 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Onion Creek Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Colville, WA school district, encompassing approximately 51.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.4 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Onion Creek Elementary School's student population of 45 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
45 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.32, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
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?
45 students attend Onion Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Onion Creek Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
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 17:1.
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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