Serving 293 students in grades 3-5, Tenino Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tenino Elementary School serves the entire Tenino, WA district, encompassing an area of approximately 110.1 square miles, with most families living within a typical 10-15 minute drive to the school. The farthest point from the school is about 12 miles away, ensuring that all parts of the district are included in the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tenino Elementary School's student population of 293 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tenino 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 Tenino Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1045 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tenino Elementary School's ranking?
Tenino Elementary School is ranked #1045 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Tenino Elementary School often compared to?
Tenino Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Littlerock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Tenino Elementary School?
293 students attend Tenino Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Tenino Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tenino Elementary School?
Tenino Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tenino Elementary School offer ?
Tenino Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tenino Elementary School part of?
Tenino Elementary School is part of Tenino School District.
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