Serving 193 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ritzville Grade School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ritzville Grade School's attendance zone covers the entire Ritzville school district, encompassing approximately 657 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 29 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ritzville Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ritzville Grade School's student population of 193 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 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
School Motto
Achieving Success Together
School Rankings
Ritzville Grade School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ritzville Grade School is 0.28, 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
#509 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Ritzville Grade School's ranking?
Ritzville Grade School is ranked #509 out of 2,088 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 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Ritzville Grade School?
193 students attend Ritzville Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ritzville Grade School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ritzville Grade School?
Ritzville Grade School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ritzville Grade School offer ?
Ritzville Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ritzville Grade School part of?
Ritzville Grade School is part of Ritzville School District.
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