Serving 134 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Paterson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paterson Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Paterson, WA, covering approximately 218.6 square miles. Families typically experience a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.6 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 17.6 miles.
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Paterson Elementary School's student population of 134 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 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 Rankings
Paterson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paterson Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#323 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
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 #323 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Paterson Elementary School?
134 students attend Paterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Paterson Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
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 17:1.
What grades does Paterson Elementary School offer ?
Paterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paterson Elementary School part of?
Paterson Elementary School is part of Paterson School District.
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