Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southgate 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 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (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
Southgate Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Southgate Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southgate Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1423 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
42%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southgate Elementary School's ranking?
Southgate Elementary School is ranked #1423 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Southgate Elementary School often compared to?
Southgate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade Elementary School, Canyon View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Southgate Elementary School?
419 students attend Southgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Southgate Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southgate Elementary School?
Southgate Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Southgate Elementary School offer ?
Southgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southgate Elementary School part of?
Southgate Elementary School is part of Kennewick School District.
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