Very Good
#624 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 28% in state
Sharpstein Elementary School
Elementary School · Walla Walla Public Schools
410 HOWARD ST, Walla Walla, WA 99362
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#624 of 2,228
In Walla Walla
#4 of 14
public schools
In district
#4 of 14
Walla Walla Public Schools
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Sharpstein Elementary School
Sharpstein Elementary School is a public elementary school in Walla Walla, WA, part of Walla Walla Public Schools. Sharpstein Elementary School serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sharpstein Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #624 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Sharpstein Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Sharpstein Elementary School 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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Sharpstein Elementary School — Students at Sharpstein Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.1%
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: 7.3/10.
How Sharpstein Elementary School Compares
See how Sharpstein Elementary School 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
410 HOWARD ST, Walla Walla, WA 99362
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sharpstein Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Davis Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby College Place), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Prospect Point Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Edison Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Walla Walla, see our Walla Walla schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Green Park Elementary School Walla Walla | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln High School Walla Walla | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| DESALES CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Walla Walla | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Pioneer Middle School Walla Walla | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Edison Elementary School Walla Walla | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Garrison Middle School Walla Walla | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Walla Walla County Juvenile Detention Walla Walla | 1.0 mi | — |
| Walla Walla Open Doors Walla Walla | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Walla Walla Online Walla Walla | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Walla Walla High School Walla Walla | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Prospect Point Elementary Walla Walla | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Berney Elementary School Walla Walla | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Head Start Walla Walla | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Walla Walla Center for Children and Families Walla Walla | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| ST BASIL ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL STUDIES Walla Walla | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Walla Walla | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| SE AREA TECHNICAL SKILLS CENTER Walla Walla | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Davis Elementary College Place | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Walla Walla | 3.7 mi | 4.3 |
| John Sager Middle School College Place | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99362 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,660
Median Home Value
$398,000
Median Rent
$1,148/mo
Population
42,794
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
13.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
40.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Browne Elementary Spokane, WA | 7.5 |
| Camas Elementary Wapato, WA | 7.5 |
| Carnation Elementary School Carnation, WA | 7.5 |
| Cascade Elementary Marysville, WA | 7.5 |
| Chester Elementary School Spokane Valley, WA | 7.5 |
| Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl Longview, WA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sharpstein Elementary School
What grades does Sharpstein Elementary School serve?
Sharpstein Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sharpstein Elementary School?
Sharpstein Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharpstein Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sharpstein Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sharpstein Elementary School rank in WA?
Sharpstein Elementary School ranks #624 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Sharpstein Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sharpstein Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Sharpstein Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sharpstein Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sharpstein Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sharpstein Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sharpstein Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sharpstein Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sharpstein Elementary School?
81.1% of students at Sharpstein Elementary School 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Walla Walla County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.8%
- Phone
- (509) 527-3098
Resources & Links
District
Walla Walla Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,534
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,029
- District Rank
- #4 of 14
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