Serving 10 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Shaw Island 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shaw Island Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Shaw Island Elementary School's student population of 10 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Shaw Island Elementary School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
61%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
n/a
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
100%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Shaw Island Elementary School?
10 students attend Shaw Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Shaw Island Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shaw Island Elementary School?
Shaw Island Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Shaw Island Elementary School offer ?
Shaw Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shaw Island Elementary School part of?
Shaw Island Elementary School is part of Shaw Island School District.
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