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#960 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 43% in state
Maya Angelou Elementary
Elementary School · Pasco School District
6001 ROAD 84, Pasco, WA 99301
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#960 of 2,228
In Pasco
#9 of 28
public schools
In district
#9 of 28
Pasco School District
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Maya Angelou Elementary
Maya Angelou Elementary is a public elementary school in Pasco, WA, part of Pasco School District. Maya Angelou Elementary serves approximately 579 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Maya Angelou Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #960 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Maya Angelou Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Maya Angelou 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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Maya Angelou Elementary — Students at Maya Angelou Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.0/10.
How Maya Angelou Elementary Compares
See how Maya Angelou 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
6001 ROAD 84, Pasco, WA 99301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maya Angelou Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Kennewick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Internet Pasco Academy of Learning (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ruth Livingston Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pasco, see our Pasco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia River Elementary Pasco | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Ray Reynolds Middle School Pasco | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Three Rivers Elementary Pasco | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| TRI-CITIES PREP Pasco | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Chiawana Senior High School Pasco | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Mcloughlin Middle School Pasco | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Internet Pasco Academy of Learning Pasco | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary Pasco | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Ruth Livingston Elementary Pasco | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Rosalind Franklin STEM Elementary Pasco | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| KINGSPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pasco | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Pasco | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center Kennewick | 4.0 mi | — |
| Vista Elementary School Kennewick | 3.9 mi | 8.5 |
| James McGee Elementary Pasco | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Kamiakin High School Kennewick | 4.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Pasco | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| TRI-CITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Pasco | 4.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Ugrad ESD123 Re-Engagement Program Pasco | 3.9 mi | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Kennewick | 4.6 mi | 7.8 |
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
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Blaine Primary School Blaine, WA | 6.7 |
| Captain Strong Battle Ground, WA | 6.7 |
| Columbia Ridge Elementary Ephrata, WA | 6.7 |
| Eagle Creek Elementary Arlington, WA | 6.7 |
| East Farms STEAM School Newman Lake, WA | 6.7 |
| East Olympia Elementary Olympia, WA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maya Angelou Elementary
What grades does Maya Angelou Elementary serve?
Maya Angelou Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Maya Angelou Elementary?
Maya Angelou Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 579 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maya Angelou Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Maya Angelou Elementary is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maya Angelou Elementary rank in WA?
Maya Angelou Elementary ranks #960 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Maya Angelou Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Maya Angelou Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Maya Angelou Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maya Angelou Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Maya Angelou Elementary a charter school?
No, Maya Angelou Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maya Angelou Elementary a Title I school?
No, Maya Angelou Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maya Angelou Elementary?
62.9% of students at Maya Angelou 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
- 579
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.7%
- Phone
- (509) 543-6748
Resources & Links
District
Pasco School District- District Enrollment
- 18,840
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,151
- District Rank
- #9 of 28
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