Average
#1043 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 47% in state
Longview Elementary
Elementary School · Moses Lake School District
9783 APPLE ROAD NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,043 of 2,228
In Moses Lake
#7 of 18
public schools
In district
#7 of 18
Moses Lake School District
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Longview Elementary
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About Longview Elementary
Longview Elementary is a public elementary school in Moses Lake, WA, part of Moses Lake School District. Longview Elementary serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Longview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,043 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Longview Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Longview 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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Longview Elementary — Students at Longview Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How Longview Elementary Compares
See how Longview 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
9783 APPLE ROAD NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Park Orchard Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Peninsula Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Moses Lake, see our Moses Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moses Lake | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Knolls Vista Elementary Moses Lake | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Park Orchard Elementary School Moses Lake | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Frontier Middle School Moses Lake | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| CRESTVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moses Lake | 1.5 mi | — |
| Midway Elementary Moses Lake | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Moses Lake Early Learning Center Moses Lake | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Lakeview Terrace Elementary Moses Lake | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Garden Heights Elementary Moses Lake | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| MLSD Open Doors Re-Engagement Program Moses Lake | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Larson Heights Elementary Moses Lake | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Moses Lake High School Moses Lake | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Columbia Middle School Moses Lake | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Digital Learning Center Moses Lake | 2.9 mi | 3.4 |
| MOSES LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Moses Lake | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Vanguard Academy Moses Lake | 3.2 mi | — |
| North Elementary Moses Lake | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Endeavor Middle School Moses Lake | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center Moses Lake | 3.4 mi | — |
| Peninsula Elementary Moses Lake | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98837 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,732
Median Home Value
$290,000
Median Rent
$1,128/mo
Population
47,399
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
66.3%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnes Elementary Kelso, WA | 6.5 |
| Black Lake Elementary Olympia, WA | 6.5 |
| Brentwood Elementary School Spokane, WA | 6.5 |
| CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY Bellevue, WA | 6.5 |
| Columbia Elementary Burbank, WA | 6.5 |
| Covington Elementary School Covington, WA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Longview Elementary
What grades does Longview Elementary serve?
Longview Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Longview Elementary?
Longview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Longview Elementary is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Longview Elementary rank in WA?
Longview Elementary ranks #1,043 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Longview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Longview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Longview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Longview Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Longview Elementary a charter school?
No, Longview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Longview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Longview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longview Elementary?
67.1% of students at Longview 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
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Grant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (509) 766-2656
Resources & Links
District
Moses Lake School District- District Enrollment
- 8,740
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,536
- District Rank
- #7 of 18
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