Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Port Orchard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Port Orchard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Port Orchard Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 23, 2026
School Rankings
East Port Orchard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Port Orchard Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1339 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
60%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 East Port Orchard Elementary School's ranking?
East Port Orchard Elementary School is ranked #1339 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are East Port Orchard Elementary School often compared to?
East Port Orchard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Heights Elementary School, Sidney Glen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend East Port Orchard Elementary School?
416 students attend East Port Orchard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of East Port Orchard Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Port Orchard Elementary School?
East Port Orchard Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does East Port Orchard Elementary School offer ?
East Port Orchard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Port Orchard Elementary School part of?
East Port Orchard Elementary School is part of South Kitsap School District.
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