Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Custer 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Custer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Custer Elementary School's student population of 313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
Creating Promising Futures.
School Rankings
Custer 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 Custer Elementary School is 0.79, which is more 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
#1495 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
29%
26%
Black
14%
5%
White
24%
48%
Hawaiian
9%
2%
Two or more races
21%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Custer Elementary School's ranking?
Custer Elementary School is ranked #1495 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Custer Elementary School often compared to?
Custer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Custer Elementary School?
313 students attend Custer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Custer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Custer Elementary School?
Custer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Custer Elementary School offer ?
Custer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Custer Elementary School part of?
Custer Elementary School is part of Clover Park School District.
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