Serving 878 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Amistad Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amistad Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Amistad Elementary School's student population of 878 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
878 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Motto
Home of the Orcas
School Rankings
Amistad 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 Amistad Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#2071 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
79%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
12%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amistad Elementary School's ranking?
Amistad Elementary School is ranked #2071 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Amistad Elementary School often compared to?
Amistad Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Amistad Elementary School?
878 students attend Amistad Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Amistad Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amistad Elementary School?
Amistad Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Amistad Elementary School offer ?
Amistad Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amistad Elementary School part of?
Amistad Elementary School is part of Kennewick School District.
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