Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sacajawea 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 41% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sacajawea Elementary serves the southeast part of Richland, WA, covering an area of approximately 15.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sacajawea Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sacajawea 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 Sacajawea Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1043 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
28%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sacajawea Elementary School's ranking?
Sacajawea Elementary School is ranked #1043 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sacajawea Elementary School?
474 students attend Sacajawea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sacajawea Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sacajawea Elementary School?
Sacajawea Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sacajawea Elementary School offer ?
Sacajawea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sacajawea Elementary School part of?
Sacajawea Elementary School is part of Richland School District.
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