Best Schools in Paterson, Washington
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Paterson by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Paterson Elementary School
Elementary · Paterson School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.8
out of 10
Median Home
$422,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.8
out of 10
Median Home
$422,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +15.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Paterson schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Paterson
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paterson Elementary School | 9.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.8/10
- Median household income
- $111,250
- Median home value
- $422,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Paterson compares
Median household income
$111k
125% of Washington median
About Schools in Paterson, Washington
Paterson, Washington is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.8 out of 10, schools in Paterson perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Paterson is Paterson Elementary School with a composite score of 9.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Paterson is served by 1 school district: Paterson School District. These districts collectively serve 138 students.
Paterson's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $111,250. The poverty rate in the area is 11.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 138 students · Kindergarten–8th | 9.8 |
Schools in Paterson
Paterson, Washington · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$111,250
Median Home Value
$422,200
Median Rent
$441/mo
Population
169
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
62%
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Community Profile
Paterson has a median household income of $111,250. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $422,200, with a median rent of $441/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Paterson, Washington
How many schools are in Paterson, Washington?
Paterson has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Paterson, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Paterson is 9.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Paterson, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Paterson on MySchoolScout is Paterson Elementary School with a composite score of 9.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Paterson, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Paterson on MySchoolScout is Paterson Elementary School with a composite score of 9.8/10.
How many school districts serve Paterson, Washington?
Paterson is served by 1 school district: Paterson School District.
What is the education level in Paterson, Washington?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Paterson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Paterson, Washington?
The median household income in Paterson is approximately $111,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Paterson, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Paterson is 11.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Paterson, Washington?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.