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Very Good

#812 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 36% in state

Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary

Elementary School · Pasco School District

5706 Road 60, Pasco, WA 99301

Enrollment

625

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#812 of 2,228

In Pasco

#8 of 28

public schools

In district

#8 of 28

Pasco School District

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary

7.0/10

Elementary School in Pasco · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Rosalind Franklin Stem Elementary

6.1/10

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5.4/10

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About Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary

Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary is a public elementary school in Pasco, WA, part of Pasco School District. Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #812 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.1
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendStable
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.2% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-25.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.1 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,151
Chronic Absenteeism38.4%

Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary — Students at Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 30.7% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 22 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
35%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
25.7%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
27.8%
ELA
39.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.

How Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary Compares

See how Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in WA
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5706 Road 60, Pasco, WA 99301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Internet Pasco Academy of Learning (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ruth Livingston Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hawthorne Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Kennewick), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pasco, see our Pasco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Rosalind Franklin STEM Elementary Pasco 0.5 mi 6.1
James McGee Elementary Pasco 1.5 mi 5.4
Maya Angelou Elementary Pasco 1.4 mi 6.7
RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Pasco 2.2 mi 7.8
Three Rivers Elementary Pasco 1.8 mi 7.2
Chiawana Senior High School Pasco 2.0 mi 3.9
Ruth Livingston Elementary Pasco 2.4 mi 7.9
Columbia River Elementary Pasco 2.0 mi 7.2
Mcloughlin Middle School Pasco 2.4 mi 4.5
Internet Pasco Academy of Learning Pasco 2.4 mi 8.1
Mark Twain Elementary Pasco 2.7 mi 5.3
Ray Reynolds Middle School Pasco 2.2 mi 6.5
KINGSPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pasco 2.9 mi 7.8
Ugrad ESD123 Re-Engagement Program Pasco 2.9 mi
TRI-CITIES PREP Pasco 2.3 mi 7.0
TRI-CITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Pasco 3.1 mi 5.9
New Horizons High School Pasco 3.0 mi 6.4
Robert Frost Elementary Pasco 3.3 mi 4.4
Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center Kennewick 4.0 mi
Hawthorne Elementary School Kennewick 4.2 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,517

Median Home Value

$353,300

Median Rent

$1,195/mo

Population

86,467

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

30.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary

What grades does Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary serve?

Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary?

Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary rank in WA?

Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary ranks #812 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary a charter school?

No, Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary a Title I school?

No, Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary?

64.8% of students at Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.4%

District

Pasco School District
District Enrollment
18,840
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,151
District Rank
#8 of 28

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