Serving 700 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chinook 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 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chinook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chinook Elementary School's student population of 700 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
700 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chinook 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 Chinook Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1500 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
46%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
18%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Auburn School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chinook Elementary School's ranking?
Chinook Elementary School is ranked #1500 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chinook Elementary School?
700 students attend Chinook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Chinook Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chinook Elementary School?
Chinook Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chinook Elementary School offer ?
Chinook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chinook Elementary School part of?
Chinook Elementary School is part of Auburn School District.
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