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Sacajawea Elementary

Elementary School · Richland School District

535 Fuller St., Richland, WA 99352

Enrollment

448

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,426 of 2,228

In Richland

#12 of 16

public schools

In district

#14 of 21

Richland School District

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Sacajawea Elementary

5.7/10

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

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About Sacajawea Elementary

Sacajawea Elementary is a public elementary school in Richland, WA, part of Richland School District. Sacajawea Elementary serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacajawea Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,426 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Sacajawea Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.2% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,042
Chronic Absenteeism27.7%

Sacajawea Elementary — Students at Sacajawea Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 59.7% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
42.6%
ELA
50%
2024
Math
40.2%
ELA
46.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.

How Sacajawea Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in WA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

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

535 Fuller St., Richland, WA 99352

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sacajawea Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marcus Whitman Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jefferson Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Columbia River Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Pasco), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richland, see our Richland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CHILDREN'S GARDEN MONTESSORI Richland 0.8 mi 3.8
Chief Joseph Middle School Richland 0.9 mi 5.3
Jefferson Elementary Richland 1.0 mi 7.9
Richland School District Early Learning Center Richland 1.1 mi 5.9
Hanford High School Richland 1.3 mi 6.1
Jason Lee Elementary School Richland 1.2 mi 6.8
Three Rivers Home Link Richland 1.3 mi 5.3
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Richland 1.8 mi 5.6
Richland High School Richland 2.1 mi 6.2
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richland 1.9 mi 5.6
Rivers Edge High School Richland 2.5 mi 3.6
Carmichael Middle School Richland 2.4 mi 4.8
Lewis & Clark Elementary School Richland 2.6 mi 6.5
Pacific Crest Online Academy West Richland 2.5 mi 3.4
Marcus Whitman Elementary Richland 2.6 mi 8.6
SAGEBRUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richland 2.7 mi 4.0
SAGEBRUSH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richland 2.9 mi
Ray Reynolds Middle School Pasco 3.3 mi 6.5
Columbia River Elementary Pasco 3.5 mi 7.2
TRI-CITIES PREP Pasco 3.8 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99352 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,875

Median Home Value

$442,100

Median Rent

$1,457/mo

Population

36,641

College Educated

48.4%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sacajawea Elementary

What grades does Sacajawea Elementary serve?

Sacajawea Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sacajawea Elementary?

Sacajawea Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacajawea Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sacajawea 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 Sacajawea Elementary rank in WA?

Sacajawea Elementary ranks #1,426 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Sacajawea Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sacajawea Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Sacajawea Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sacajawea Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sacajawea Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sacajawea Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sacajawea Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sacajawea Elementary?

53.1% of students at Sacajawea 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
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Benton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

District

Richland School District
District Enrollment
14,305
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,042
District Rank
#14 of 21

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