Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, University 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
University Elementary School's student population of 291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Motto
Learning through encouraging relationships.
School Rankings
University 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 University Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1170 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Elementary School's ranking?
University Elementary School is ranked #1170 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend University Elementary School?
291 students attend University Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of University Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Elementary School?
University Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does University Elementary School offer ?
University Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University Elementary School part of?
University Elementary School is part of Central Valley School District.
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