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#407 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 18% in state

Vicki I. Groff Elementary School

Elementary School · Moses Lake School District

1501 Moses Lake Avenue, Moses Lake, WA 98837

Enrollment

451

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#407 of 2,228

In Moses Lake

#2 of 18

public schools

In district

#2 of 18

Moses Lake School District

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Vicki I. Groff Elementary School

8.1/10

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

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About Vicki I. Groff Elementary School

Vicki I. Groff Elementary School is a public elementary school in Moses Lake, WA, part of Moses Lake School District. Vicki I.

Groff Elementary School serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Vicki I. Groff Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #407 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Vicki I. Groff Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.0
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data2
Annual Change-0.66 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.7% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-4.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,536
Chronic Absenteeism27.7%

Vicki I. Groff Elementary School — Students at Vicki I. Groff Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above 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%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 12 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2022
Math
45.6%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
47.7%
ELA
52.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How Vicki I. Groff Elementary School Compares

See how Vicki I. Groff Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
82th percentile in WA
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
26 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

1501 Moses Lake Avenue, Moses Lake, WA 98837

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vicki I. Groff Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sage Point Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Park Orchard Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Peninsula Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Moses Lake, see our Moses Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MOSES LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Moses Lake 0.2 mi 6.2
Columbia Middle School Moses Lake 0.5 mi 5.5
Digital Learning Center Moses Lake 0.6 mi 3.4
MLSD Open Doors Re-Engagement Program Moses Lake 0.6 mi 7.5
Lakeview Terrace Elementary Moses Lake 0.9 mi 5.2
Moses Lake High School Moses Lake 0.7 mi 3.5
Garden Heights Elementary Moses Lake 0.7 mi 4.7
Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center Moses Lake 0.8 mi
Vanguard Academy Moses Lake 0.8 mi
Frontier Middle School Moses Lake 1.9 mi 5.7
Midway Elementary Moses Lake 1.9 mi 3.5
Moses Lake Early Learning Center Moses Lake 1.9 mi 5.5
Knolls Vista Elementary Moses Lake 2.3 mi 5.2
Longview Elementary Moses Lake 3.1 mi 6.5
Park Orchard Elementary School Moses Lake 2.7 mi 6.8
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moses Lake 2.9 mi 5.9
Peninsula Elementary Moses Lake 2.6 mi 6.7
CRESTVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moses Lake 3.2 mi
Sage Point Elementary School Moses Lake 3.5 mi 8.5
Larson Heights Elementary Moses Lake 5.1 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98837 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,732

Median Home Value

$290,000

Median Rent

$1,128/mo

Population

47,399

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

66.3%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

35.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vicki I. Groff Elementary School

What grades does Vicki I. Groff Elementary School serve?

Vicki I. Groff Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Vicki I. Groff Elementary School?

Vicki I. Groff Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vicki I. Groff Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Vicki I. Groff Elementary School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Vicki I. Groff Elementary School rank in WA?

Vicki I. Groff Elementary School ranks #407 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Vicki I. Groff Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Vicki I. Groff Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Vicki I. Groff Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vicki I. Groff Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

Is Vicki I. Groff Elementary School a charter school?

No, Vicki I. Groff Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Vicki I. Groff Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Vicki I. Groff Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vicki I. Groff Elementary School?

53.0% of students at Vicki I. Groff 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Grant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

District

Moses Lake School District
District Enrollment
8,740
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,536
District Rank
#2 of 18

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