Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School serves 347 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School's student population of 347 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ida Nason Aronica 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
62%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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
How many students attend Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School?
347 students attend Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School?
Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School offer ?
Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School part of?
Ida Nason Aronica Elementary School is part of Ellensburg School District.
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