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#1655 of 2,228 schools in WA
Kirkwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Toppenish School District
403 SOUTH JUNIPER STREET, Toppenish, WA 98948
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,655 of 2,228
In Toppenish
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
Toppenish School District
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Kirkwood Elementary School
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About Kirkwood Elementary School
Kirkwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Toppenish, WA, part of Toppenish School District. Kirkwood Elementary School serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kirkwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,655 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Kirkwood Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Kirkwood Elementary School 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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Kirkwood Elementary School — Students at Kirkwood Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 4.7/10.
How Kirkwood Elementary School Compares
See how Kirkwood Elementary School 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
403 SOUTH JUNIPER STREET, Toppenish, WA 98948
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kirkwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hilton Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Zillah), which scores notably higher. Another option is Zillah Intermediate School (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Zillah), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toppenish, see our Toppenish schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Toppenish Pre School Toppenish | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Yakama Nation Tribal School Toppenish | 0.3 mi | — |
| Toppenish High School Toppenish | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Computer Academy Toppenish High School Toppenish | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Garfield Elementary School Toppenish | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Toppenish Middle School Toppenish | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Toppenish | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Valley View Elementary Toppenish | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| CHRISTIAN WORSHIP CENTER ACADEMY Zillah | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Zillah Middle School Zillah | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Zillah Intermediate School Zillah | 3.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Hilton Elementary School Zillah | 3.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Zillah High School Zillah | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Wapato Middle School Wapato | 5.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Simcoe Elementary School Wapato | 5.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Adams Elementary Wapato | 5.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Camas Elementary Wapato | 5.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Satus Elementary Wapato | 5.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Wapato High School Wapato | 6.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Wapato Online Academy K-5 Wapato | 6.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98948 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,217
Median Home Value
$217,800
Median Rent
$978/mo
Population
12,960
College Educated
8.8%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
28.1
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| Brigadoon Elementary School Federal Way, WA | 5.2 |
| Edward Zeiger Elem Puyallup, WA | 5.2 |
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| George T. Daniel Elementary School Kent, WA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kirkwood Elementary School
What grades does Kirkwood Elementary School serve?
Kirkwood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Kirkwood Elementary School?
Kirkwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kirkwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kirkwood Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kirkwood Elementary School rank in WA?
Kirkwood Elementary School ranks #1,655 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Kirkwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kirkwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Kirkwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kirkwood Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kirkwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Kirkwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kirkwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Kirkwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kirkwood Elementary School?
92.8% of students at Kirkwood Elementary School 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
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Yakima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (509) 865-4750
Resources & Links
District
Toppenish School District- District Enrollment
- 3,845
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,015
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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