Serving 575 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 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 equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- 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 575 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Elk Plain School Of Choice 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 Elk Plain School Of Choice is 0.63, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
7%
5%
White
56%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
20%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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 Elk Plain School Of Choice's ranking?
Elk Plain School Of Choice is ranked #646 out of 2,088 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?
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 Elk Plain School Of Choice?
575 students attend Elk Plain School Of Choice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Elk Plain School Of Choice students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 12% 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 16:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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