Serving 433 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wide Hollow Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wide Hollow Elementary serves the east part of Yakima, WA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.2 square miles, with most families living within a typical driving distance of 5-10 minutes from the school. The furthest edge of the zone is about 1 mile away, while the average distance to the nearest boundary is around 0.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wide Hollow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wide Hollow Elementary School's student population of 433 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 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
Wide Hollow 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 Wide Hollow Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#646 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-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 Wide Hollow Elementary School's ranking?
Wide Hollow Elementary School is ranked #646 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Wide Hollow Elementary School?
433 students attend Wide Hollow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wide Hollow Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wide Hollow Elementary School?
Wide Hollow Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wide Hollow Elementary School offer ?
Wide Hollow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wide Hollow Elementary School part of?
Wide Hollow Elementary School is part of West Valley School District (Yakima).
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