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Mt. Stuart Elementary

Elementary School · Ellensburg School District

1701 N. Cora St, Ellensburg, WA 98926

Enrollment

337

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,368 of 2,228

In Ellensburg

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Ellensburg School District

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Mt. Stuart Elementary

5.8/10

Elementary School in Ellensburg · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Mt. Stuart Elementary

Mt. Stuart Elementary is a public elementary school in Ellensburg, WA, part of Ellensburg School District. Mt.

Stuart Elementary serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Stuart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,368 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Mt. Stuart Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Mt. Stuart 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 Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.6% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.5% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-15.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.9 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,335
Chronic Absenteeism38.9%

Mt. Stuart Elementary — Students at Mt. Stuart Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
46%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
33.6%
ELA
38%
2024
Math
36.8%
ELA
39.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Mt. Stuart Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in WA
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.9%

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

1701 N. Cora St, Ellensburg, WA 98926

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt. Stuart Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley View Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ida Nason Aronica Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Damman Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ellensburg, see our Ellensburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Early Learning Center Ellensburg 0.1 mi 5.2
Ida Nason Aronica Elementary Ellensburg 0.3 mi 7.5
DISCOVERY LAB OF ELLENSBURG Ellensburg 1.2 mi
Morgan Middle School Ellensburg 1.4 mi 5.5
Lincoln Elementary Ellensburg 1.6 mi 5.8
ELLENSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ellensburg 1.6 mi 5.9
Ellensburg High School Ellensburg 1.9 mi 4.1
K-12 Ellensburg Learning Center Ellensburg 1.8 mi 3.8
Valley View Elementary School Ellensburg 2.0 mi 7.8
Damman Elementary Ellensburg 2.8 mi 7.4
Thorp Elem & Jr Sr High Thorp 6.9 mi 6.8
Kittitas High School Kittitas 6.4 mi 4.5
Kittitas Elementary School Kittitas 6.7 mi 6.6
Kittitas B-5 Special Ed Program Kittitas 6.7 mi
Parke Creek Treatment Ctr Ellensburg 11.2 mi
Naches Valley High School Naches 20.1 mi 6.7
Naches Valley Middle School Naches 20.4 mi 5.9
Naches Valley Elementary School Naches 20.7 mi 5.9
Selah Academy Auxiliary Selah 21.3 mi
Selah High School Selah 23.9 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98926 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,826

Median Home Value

$425,600

Median Rent

$1,261/mo

Population

31,883

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

55.3%

Avg Commute

19.2 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

31.9

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Lincoln Elementary Ellensburg, WA 5.8
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Whittier Elementary School Tacoma, WA 5.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt. Stuart Elementary

What grades does Mt. Stuart Elementary serve?

Mt. Stuart Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mt. Stuart Elementary?

Mt. Stuart Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Stuart Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Stuart Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mt. Stuart Elementary rank in WA?

Mt. Stuart Elementary ranks #1,368 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Mt. Stuart Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt. Stuart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Mt. Stuart Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Stuart Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Mt. Stuart Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Mt. Stuart Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mt. Stuart Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Stuart Elementary?

58.8% of students at Mt. Stuart 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Kittitas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.9%

District

Ellensburg School District
District Enrollment
3,339
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,335
District Rank
#4 of 8

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