Below Average
#1938 of 2,228 schools in WA
Rock Island Elementary
Elementary School · Eastmont School District
5645 Rock Island Road, Rock Island, WA 98850
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,938 of 2,228
In district
#10 of 10
Eastmont School District
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Rock Island Elementary
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About Rock Island Elementary
Rock Island Elementary is a public elementary school in Rock Island, WA, part of Eastmont School District. Rock Island Elementary serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rock Island Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,938 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Rock Island Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 7.3
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Rock Island 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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Rock Island Elementary — Students at Rock Island Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
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: 2.9/10.
How Rock Island Elementary Compares
See how Rock Island 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
5645 Rock Island Road, Rock Island, WA 98850
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rock Island Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cascade Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby East Wenatchee), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clovis Point Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby East Wenatchee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grant Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby East Wenatchee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rock Island, see our Rock Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clovis Point Elementary School East Wenatchee | 5.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Grant Elementary School East Wenatchee | 5.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Kenroy Elementary East Wenatchee | 5.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Eastmont Academy East Wenatchee | 6.0 mi | — |
| Sterling Junior High School East Wenatchee | 6.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Eastmont Senior High East Wenatchee | 6.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Eastmont Preschools East Wenatchee | 6.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Eastmont Junior High East Wenatchee | 6.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Lee Elementary East Wenatchee | 7.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Mission View Elementary School Wenatchee | 6.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Cascade Elementary East Wenatchee | 7.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Wenatchee | 7.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Pinnacles Prep Charter School Wenatchee | 7.7 mi | 7.3 |
| THE RIVER ACADEMY Wenatchee | 7.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Chelan County Juvenile Detention Center Wenatchee | 8.1 mi | — |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wenatchee | 8.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Skill Source Wenatchee | 8.3 mi | — |
| Open Doors Re-Engagement Wenatchee | 8.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Pioneer Middle School Wenatchee | 8.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Columbia Elementary School Wenatchee | 8.3 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,250
Median Home Value
$331,100
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
1,825
College Educated
6.4%
Homeownership
80.6%
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
37
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Christensen Elementary Tacoma, WA | 4.4 |
| Fircrest Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 4.4 |
| Pioneer Elementary Quincy, WA | 4.4 |
| Tillicum Elementary School Lakewood, WA | 4.4 |
| Washington Elementary Vancouver, WA | 4.4 |
| Arlington Elementary Spokane, WA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rock Island Elementary
What grades does Rock Island Elementary serve?
Rock Island Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Rock Island Elementary?
Rock Island Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rock Island Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rock Island Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rock Island Elementary rank in WA?
Rock Island Elementary ranks #1,938 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Rock Island Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rock Island Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Rock Island Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rock Island Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rock Island Elementary a charter school?
No, Rock Island Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rock Island Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rock Island Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rock Island Elementary?
86.7% of students at Rock Island 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 308
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.0%
- Phone
- (509) 884-5023
Resources & Links
District
Eastmont School District- District Enrollment
- 6,089
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,625
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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