Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Marcus Whitman-cowiche 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School's student population of 249 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Marcus Whitman-cowiche 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 Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1246 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
73%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
26%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School's ranking?
Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School is ranked #1246 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School?
249 students attend Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School?
Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School offer ?
Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School part of?
Marcus Whitman-cowiche Elementary School is part of Highland School District.
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