Serving 626 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shining Mountain 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 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shining Mountain Elementary School's student population of 626 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Shining Mountain 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 Shining Mountain Elementary School is 0.80, which is more 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
#1459 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
9%
5%
White
28%
48%
Hawaiian
12%
2%
Two or more races
19%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shining Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Shining Mountain Elementary School is ranked #1459 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Shining Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Shining Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Shining Mountain Elementary School?
626 students attend Shining Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Shining Mountain Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shining Mountain Elementary School?
Shining Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Shining Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Shining Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shining Mountain Elementary School part of?
Shining Mountain Elementary School is part of Bethel School District.
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