Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, White Bluffs Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: White Bluffs Elementary School serves the southern part of Richland, WA, covering an area of approximately 19.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Bluffs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
White Bluffs Elementary School's student population of 653 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students for a Changing World
School Rankings
White Bluffs Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Bluffs Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#265 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Bluffs Elementary School's ranking?
White Bluffs Elementary School is ranked #265 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are White Bluffs Elementary School often compared to?
White Bluffs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Wiley Elementary School, Orchard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend White Bluffs Elementary School?
653 students attend White Bluffs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of White Bluffs Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Bluffs Elementary School?
White Bluffs Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does White Bluffs Elementary School offer ?
White Bluffs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Bluffs Elementary School part of?
White Bluffs Elementary School is part of Richland School District.
In what neighborhood is White Bluffs Elementary School located?
White Bluffs Elementary School is located in the South Richland neighborhood of Richland, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Richland.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Admin unresponsive to parental concerns regarding sub par new teacher. Teacher is uncommunicative & unorganized. Admin should be overseeing classroom scores and stepping in.
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