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Longfellow Elementary

Elementary School · Pasco School District

301 NORTH 10TH AVENUE, Pasco, WA 99301

Enrollment

315

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,599 of 2,228

In Pasco

#17 of 28

public schools

In district

#17 of 28

Pasco School District

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Longfellow Elementary

5.3/10

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

Pasco Early Childhood

5.7/10

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2.9/10

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About Longfellow Elementary

Longfellow Elementary is a public elementary school in Pasco, WA, part of Pasco School District. Longfellow Elementary serves approximately 315 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,599 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Longfellow 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 Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.5% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-37.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-36.1 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)17% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,151
Chronic Absenteeism41.9%

Longfellow Elementary — Students at Longfellow Elementary score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 22.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 20.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.5% (2024 SBA)

Based on 31 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
9%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
11%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
13%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
11.8%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
15.2%
ELA
15%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.

How Longfellow Elementary Compares

See how Longfellow Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
28th percentile in WA
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.9%

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

301 NORTH 10TH AVENUE, Pasco, WA 99301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longfellow Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Virgie Robinson Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Kennewick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Captain Gray STEM Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pasco, see our Pasco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Pasco Early Childhood Pasco 0.2 mi 5.7
Pasco Innovative Experiences and e-Learning Pasco 0.2 mi 2.9
Pasco Senior High School Pasco 0.5 mi 3.2
Captain Gray STEM Elementary Pasco 0.6 mi 7.1
Pasco Early Learning Center Pasco 0.6 mi 4.5
ST PATRICK'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pasco 0.5 mi 5.9
Emerson Elementary Pasco 0.6 mi 5.6
Rowena Chess Elementary Pasco 1.0 mi 4.8
Stevens Middle School Pasco 1.1 mi 5.2
Robert Frost Elementary Pasco 1.4 mi 4.4
Marie Curie STEM Elementary Pasco 1.3 mi 6.2
Whittier Elementary Pasco 1.4 mi 3.5
Virgie Robinson Elementary Pasco 1.3 mi 7.3
New Horizons High School Pasco 1.8 mi 6.4
Ellen Ochoa Middle School Pasco 1.7 mi 3.9
Eastgate Elementary School Kennewick 2.3 mi 4.6
Kennewick High School Kennewick 2.1 mi 6.5
Amistad Elementary School Kennewick 2.1 mi 4.0
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kennewick 2.2 mi 7.2
Ugrad ESD123 Re-Engagement Program Pasco 2.1 mi

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 Longfellow Elementary

What grades does Longfellow Elementary serve?

Longfellow Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Longfellow Elementary?

Longfellow Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longfellow Elementary rank in WA?

Longfellow Elementary ranks #1,599 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Longfellow Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Longfellow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Longfellow Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Longfellow Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Longfellow Elementary a Title I school?

No, Longfellow Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longfellow Elementary?

95.6% of students at Longfellow 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
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.9%

District

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

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