Serving 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Yacolt Primary 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 53% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Yacolt Primary serves the northeast part of the Battle Ground, WA school district, covering an approximate area of 174.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with most living about 9.3 miles away from the zone's edge and some as far as 15.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yacolt Primary's student population of 747 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yacolt Primary 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 Yacolt Primary is 0.15, 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
#656 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
92%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Beavers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yacolt Primary's ranking?
Yacolt Primary is ranked #656 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Yacolt Primary?
747 students attend Yacolt Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Yacolt Primary students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yacolt Primary?
Yacolt Primary has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Yacolt Primary offer ?
Yacolt Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yacolt Primary part of?
Yacolt Primary is part of Battle Ground School District.
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