Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Terrace Heights 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 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Terrace Heights Elementary serves the northwest part of Yakima, WA, covering an area of approximately 19.9 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terrace Heights Elementary School's student population of 454 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
454 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Terrace Heights 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 Terrace Heights Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1024 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Black Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terrace Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Terrace Heights Elementary School is ranked #1024 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Terrace Heights Elementary School?
454 students attend Terrace Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Terrace Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terrace Heights Elementary School?
Terrace Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Terrace Heights Elementary School offer ?
Terrace Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terrace Heights Elementary School part of?
Terrace Heights Elementary School is part of East Valley School District (Yakima).
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