Excellent
#161 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 7% in state
Ruth Livingston Elementary
Elementary School · Pasco School District
2515 ROAD 84, Pasco, WA 99301
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Pasco
#2 of 14
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#153 of 1,202
In district
#2 of 28
Pasco School District
Equity
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Ruth Livingston Elementary
Ruth Livingston Elementary is a public elementary school in Pasco, WA, part of the Pasco School District. The school serves approximately 568 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 92.8th percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 64% proficiency in math, 19 points above the state average and 68% in reading/language arts, 18 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $82,517, where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Ruth Livingston Elementary — Students at Ruth Livingston Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 13 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: 9.0/10.
How Ruth Livingston Elementary Compares
See how Ruth Livingston Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 67% (2019) to 63.3% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 67% (2019) to 67.9% (2024).
Location
2515 ROAD 84, Pasco, WA 99301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruth Livingston Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Kennewick), with a very similar rating. Another option is Internet Pasco Academy of Learning (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hawthorne Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Kennewick), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pasco, see our Pasco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mcloughlin Middle School Pasco | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Internet Pasco Academy of Learning Pasco | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Chiawana Senior High School Pasco | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| KINGSPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pasco | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Three Rivers Elementary Pasco | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| TRI-CITIES PREP Pasco | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center Kennewick | 1.9 mi | — |
| Maya Angelou Elementary Pasco | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Vista Elementary School Kennewick | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Kamiakin High School Kennewick | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Columbia River Elementary Pasco | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Ray Reynolds Middle School Pasco | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary Pasco | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Pasco | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Edison Elementary School Kennewick | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Kennewick | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Sunset View Elementary School Kennewick | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Rosalind Franklin STEM Elementary Pasco | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Highlands Middle School Kennewick | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Endeavor High School Kennewick | 3.6 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ruth Livingston Elementary has a median household income of $82,517. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $353,300, with a median rent of $1,195/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bryant Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.6 |
| Cascadia Elementary Seattle, WA | 8.6 |
| Chase Lake Elementary Edmonds, WA | 8.6 |
| Helen Haller Elementary School Sequim, WA | 8.6 |
| Longfellow Elementary Spokane, WA | 8.6 |
| Louisa May Alcott Elementary Redmond, WA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruth Livingston Elementary
What grades does Ruth Livingston Elementary serve?
Ruth Livingston Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ruth Livingston Elementary?
Ruth Livingston Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruth Livingston Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruth Livingston Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruth Livingston Elementary rank in WA?
Ruth Livingston Elementary is ranked #161 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Ruth Livingston Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruth Livingston Elementary has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ruth Livingston Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ruth Livingston Elementary has 64.4% math proficiency and 67.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ruth Livingston Elementary a charter school?
No, Ruth Livingston Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruth Livingston Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ruth Livingston Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruth Livingston Elementary?
50.9% of students at Ruth Livingston 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
- 10 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 25 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 27 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,561/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 568
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Franklin County
- Phone
- (509) 546-2688
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Pasco School District- District Enrollment
- 18,840
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,151
- District Rank
- #2 of 28
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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