Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Christensen 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christensen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Christensen Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Rankings
Christensen 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 Christensen Elementary School is 0.80, 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
#1911 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
32%
27%
Black
16%
5%
White
19%
47%
Hawaiian
12%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Franklin Pierce School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christensen Elementary School's ranking?
Christensen Elementary School is ranked #1911 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Christensen Elementary School?
346 students attend Christensen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Christensen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christensen Elementary School?
Christensen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Christensen Elementary School offer ?
Christensen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christensen Elementary School part of?
Christensen Elementary School is part of Franklin Pierce School District.
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