Serving 384 students in grades 3-6, Simpson Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 53% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Simpson Avenue Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Simpson Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simpson Avenue Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#653 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simpson Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Simpson Avenue Elementary School is ranked #653 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Simpson Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Simpson Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beacon Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Simpson Avenue Elementary School?
384 students attend Simpson Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Simpson Avenue Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simpson Avenue Elementary School?
Simpson Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Simpson Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Simpson Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Simpson Avenue Elementary School part of?
Simpson Avenue Elementary School is part of Montesano School District.
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