Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Vale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Vale Elementary School's student population of 638 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
638 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Vale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vale Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#259 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
38%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 Vale Elementary School's ranking?
Vale Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Vale Elementary School often compared to?
Vale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnyslope Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Vale Elementary School?
638 students attend Vale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Vale Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vale Elementary School?
Vale Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vale Elementary School offer ?
Vale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vale Elementary School part of?
Vale Elementary School is part of Cashmere School District.
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