Serving 403 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Butler Acres Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butler Acres Elementary School's student population of 403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Butler Acres Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butler Acres Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#563 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
63%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Butler Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Butler Acres Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Butler Acres Elementary School?
403 students attend Butler Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Butler Acres Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Butler Acres Elementary School?
Butler Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Butler Acres Elementary School offer ?
Butler Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Butler Acres Elementary School part of?
Butler Acres Elementary School is part of Kelso School District.
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