Serving 227 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edwin Markham Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edwin Markham Elementary School's student population of 227 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Putting students first to make learning last a lifetime.
School Rankings
Edwin Markham Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edwin Markham Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#563 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
44%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edwin Markham Elementary School's ranking?
Edwin Markham Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Edwin Markham Elementary School often compared to?
Edwin Markham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Livingston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Edwin Markham Elementary School?
227 students attend Edwin Markham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Edwin Markham Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edwin Markham Elementary School?
Edwin Markham Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edwin Markham Elementary School offer ?
Edwin Markham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edwin Markham Elementary School part of?
Edwin Markham Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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