Serving 142 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Paterson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paterson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Paterson Elementary School's student population of 142 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paterson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paterson Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#480 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
39%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
61%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paterson Elementary School's ranking?
Paterson Elementary School is ranked #480 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Paterson Elementary School?
142 students attend Paterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Paterson Elementary School students are White, and 39% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paterson Elementary School?
Paterson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Paterson Elementary School offer ?
Paterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Paterson Elementary School part of?
Paterson Elementary School is part of Paterson School District.
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