Very Good
#719 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 32% in state
Columbia River Elementary
Elementary School · Pasco School District
9011 Burns Rd, Pasco, WA 99301
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#719 of 2,228
In Pasco
#6 of 28
public schools
In district
#6 of 28
Pasco School District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Columbia River Elementary
Columbia River Elementary is a public elementary school in Pasco, WA, part of Pasco School District. Columbia River Elementary serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia River Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #719 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Columbia River Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Columbia River 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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Columbia River Elementary — Students at Columbia River Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 12 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 Columbia River Elementary Compares
See how Columbia River 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
9011 Burns Rd, Pasco, WA 99301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia River Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Kennewick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Internet Pasco Academy of Learning (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ruth Livingston Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pasco, see our Pasco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ray Reynolds Middle School Pasco | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Maya Angelou Elementary Pasco | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| TRI-CITIES PREP Pasco | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Three Rivers Elementary Pasco | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Chiawana Senior High School Pasco | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Mcloughlin Middle School Pasco | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Internet Pasco Academy of Learning Pasco | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Ruth Livingston Elementary Pasco | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary Pasco | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| KINGSPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pasco | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Rosalind Franklin STEM Elementary Pasco | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Vista Elementary School Kennewick | 4.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center Kennewick | 4.3 mi | — |
| Richland School District Early Learning Center Richland | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Jefferson Elementary Richland | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Pasco | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Lewis & Clark Elementary School Richland | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Rivers Edge High School Richland | 3.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Sacajawea Elementary Richland | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Hanford High School Richland | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
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
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amon Creek Elementary Richland, WA | 7.2 |
| Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary Cle Elum, WA | 7.2 |
| Desert Sky Elementary West Richland, WA | 7.2 |
| Echo Lake Elementary School Shoreline, WA | 7.2 |
| Endeavour Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 7.2 |
| Felida Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia River Elementary
What grades does Columbia River Elementary serve?
Columbia River Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Columbia River Elementary?
Columbia River Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia River Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia River Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbia River Elementary rank in WA?
Columbia River Elementary ranks #719 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Columbia River Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbia River Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Columbia River Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbia River Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Columbia River Elementary a charter school?
No, Columbia River Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbia River Elementary a Title I school?
No, Columbia River Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbia River Elementary?
60.6% of students at Columbia River 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
- 609
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.8%
- Phone
- (509) 543-6700
Resources & Links
District
Pasco School District- District Enrollment
- 18,840
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,151
- District Rank
- #6 of 28
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