Very Good
#788 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 35% in state
Butler Acres Elementary
Elementary School · Kelso School District
1609 Burcham St, Kelso, WA 98626
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#788 of 2,228
In Kelso
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
Kelso School District
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Butler Acres Elementary
Butler Acres Elementary is a public elementary school in Kelso, WA, part of Kelso School District. Butler Acres Elementary serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Butler Acres Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #788 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Butler Acres Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Butler Acres 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
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Butler Acres Elementary — Students at Butler Acres Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Butler Acres Elementary Compares
See how Butler Acres Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1609 Burcham St, Kelso, WA 98626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Butler Acres Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lexington Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barnes Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Rose Valley Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kelso, see our Kelso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Loowit High School Kelso | 0.4 mi | — |
| Kelso High School Kelso | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Coweeman Middle School Kelso | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Huntington Middle School Kelso | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Special Education Kelso | 0.6 mi | — |
| Barnes Elementary Kelso | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Rose Valley Elementary Kelso | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Kelso Goal Oriented Learning Design Kelso | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Wallace Elementary Kelso | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Cowlitz County Youth Services Center Longview | 1.4 mi | — |
| Broadway Learning Center Longview | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Lexington Elementary Kelso | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Mark Morris High School Longview | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Kelso Virtual Academy Longview | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Columbia Heights Elementary Longview | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| JOURNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kelso | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Cascade Middle School Longview | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Northlake Elementary School Longview | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| BIG LEAF MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longview | 2.6 mi | — |
| Kessler Elementary School Longview | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,058
Median Home Value
$339,800
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
26,948
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Spokane Valley, WA | 7.0 |
| Boze Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 7.0 |
| C O Sorenson Bothell, WA | 7.0 |
| Evergreen Heights Elementary Auburn, WA | 7.0 |
| Glenridge Elementary Kent, WA | 7.0 |
| Julius A Wendt Elementary/John C Thomas Middle School Cathlamet, WA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Butler Acres Elementary
What grades does Butler Acres Elementary serve?
Butler Acres Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Butler Acres Elementary?
Butler Acres Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Butler Acres Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Butler Acres Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Butler Acres Elementary rank in WA?
Butler Acres Elementary ranks #788 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Butler Acres Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Butler Acres 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 Butler Acres Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Butler Acres Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Butler Acres Elementary a charter school?
No, Butler Acres Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Butler Acres Elementary a Title I school?
No, Butler Acres Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Butler Acres Elementary?
69.0% of students at Butler Acres 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cowlitz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (360) 501-1600
Resources & Links
District
Kelso School District- District Enrollment
- 4,949
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,984
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
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