Serving 605 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Scootney Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scootney Springs Elementary serves the northeast part of Othello, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scootney Springs Elementary School's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scootney Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scootney Springs Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#1711 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
87%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
11%
47%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scootney Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Scootney Springs Elementary School is ranked #1711 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Scootney Springs Elementary School?
605 students attend Scootney Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Scootney Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scootney Springs Elementary School?
Scootney Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scootney Springs Elementary School offer ?
Scootney Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scootney Springs Elementary School part of?
Scootney Springs Elementary School is part of Othello School District.
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