Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Opportunity 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 41% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Opportunity Elementary School's student population of 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
This is YOUR Opportunity.
School Rankings
Opportunity 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 Opportunity Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1493 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
5%
5%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Opportunity Elementary School's ranking?
Opportunity Elementary School is ranked #1493 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Opportunity Elementary School often compared to?
Opportunity Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerald Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Opportunity Elementary School?
631 students attend Opportunity Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Opportunity Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Opportunity Elementary School?
Opportunity Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Opportunity Elementary School offer ?
Opportunity Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Opportunity Elementary School part of?
Opportunity Elementary School is part of Central Valley School District.
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