Serving 160 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Orcas Island 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Orcas Island Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 228.4 square miles in Eastsound, WA. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orcas Island Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orcas Island Elementary School's student population of 160 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
42 acres
School Rankings
Orcas Island 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 Orcas Island Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#783 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Orcas Island Elementary School's ranking?
Orcas Island Elementary School is ranked #783 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Orcas Island Elementary School?
160 students attend Orcas Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Orcas Island Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orcas Island Elementary School?
Orcas Island Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orcas Island Elementary School offer ?
Orcas Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orcas Island Elementary School part of?
Orcas Island Elementary School is part of Orcas Island School District.
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