Serving 570 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Elk Plain School Of Choice ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elk Plain School Of Choice's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elk Plain School Of Choice ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk Plain School Of Choice is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#827 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
7%
5%
White
55%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
20%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk Plain School Of Choice's ranking?
Elk Plain School Of Choice is ranked #827 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Elk Plain School Of Choice often compared to?
Elk Plain School Of Choiceis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Elementary School, Naches Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Elk Plain School Of Choice?
570 students attend Elk Plain School Of Choice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Elk Plain School Of Choice students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk Plain School Of Choice?
Elk Plain School Of Choice has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Elk Plain School Of Choice offer ?
Elk Plain School Of Choice offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Elk Plain School Of Choice part of?
Elk Plain School Of Choice is part of Bethel School District.
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