Serving 202 students in grades 3-5, Tieton 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 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tieton Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Tieton school district, encompassing approximately 111.2 square miles around the city of Tieton, WA. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 16 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tieton Elementary School's student population of 202 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
202 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tieton 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 Tieton Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#1629 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tieton Elementary School's ranking?
Tieton Elementary School is ranked #1629 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Tieton Elementary School?
202 students attend Tieton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Tieton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tieton Elementary School?
Tieton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tieton Elementary School offer ?
Tieton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tieton Elementary School part of?
Tieton Elementary School is part of Highland School District.
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