Serving 194 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 25% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tieton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tieton Elementary School's student population of 194 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Tieton 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 Tieton 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
#1784 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
73%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
26%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Tieton Elementary School's ranking?
Tieton Elementary School is ranked #1784 out of 2,113 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
194 students attend Tieton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Tieton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tieton Elementary School?
Tieton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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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