Very Good
#768 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 34% in state
Captain Gray Stem Elementary
Elementary School · Pasco School District
1102 N 10th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#768 of 2,228
In Pasco
#7 of 28
public schools
In district
#7 of 28
Pasco School District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Captain Gray Stem Elementary
Captain Gray Stem Elementary is a public elementary school in Pasco, WA, part of Pasco School District. Captain Gray Stem Elementary serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Captain Gray Stem Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #768 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Captain Gray Stem Elementary show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Captain Gray Stem Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
42% of students at Captain Gray 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
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Captain Gray Stem Elementary — Students at Captain Gray Stem Elementary score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Captain Gray Stem Elementary Compares
See how Captain Gray Stem 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
1102 N 10th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Captain Gray Stem Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Virgie Robinson Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Marie Curie STEM Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST PATRICK'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pasco, see our Pasco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pasco Senior High School Pasco | 0.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Pasco Early Learning Center Pasco | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PATRICK'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pasco | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Emerson Elementary Pasco | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Longfellow Elementary Pasco | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Pasco Early Childhood Pasco | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Pasco Innovative Experiences and e-Learning Pasco | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Robert Frost Elementary Pasco | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Stevens Middle School Pasco | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Rowena Chess Elementary Pasco | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| New Horizons High School Pasco | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Marie Curie STEM Elementary Pasco | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Whittier Elementary Pasco | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Virgie Robinson Elementary Pasco | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Ellen Ochoa Middle School Pasco | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Pasco | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Ugrad ESD123 Re-Engagement Program Pasco | 1.9 mi | — |
| Kennewick High School Kennewick | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| TRI-CITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Pasco | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Amistad Elementary School Kennewick | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Wenatchee, WA | 7.1 |
| Broad View Elementary Oak Harbor, WA | 7.1 |
| Cooper Elementary Spokane, WA | 7.1 |
| Crescent Harbor Elem Oak Harbor, WA | 7.1 |
| Daybreak Primary Battle Ground, WA | 7.1 |
| Evergreen Elementary Spanaway, WA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Captain Gray Stem Elementary
What grades does Captain Gray Stem Elementary serve?
Captain Gray Stem Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Captain Gray Stem Elementary?
Captain Gray Stem Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Captain Gray Stem Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Captain Gray Stem Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Captain Gray Stem Elementary rank in WA?
Captain Gray Stem Elementary ranks #768 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Captain Gray Stem Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Captain Gray Stem Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Captain Gray Stem Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Captain Gray Stem Elementary has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Captain Gray Stem Elementary a charter school?
No, Captain Gray Stem Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Captain Gray Stem Elementary a Title I school?
No, Captain Gray Stem Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Captain Gray Stem Elementary?
95.8% of students at Captain Gray 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.6%
- Phone
- (509) 547-2474
Resources & Links
District
Pasco School District- District Enrollment
- 18,840
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,151
- District Rank
- #7 of 28
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