Serving 454 students in grades 2-5, Hedden Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hedden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hedden Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hedden Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hedden Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#851 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)59%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)56%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
24%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
46%
50%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hedden Elementary School's ranking?
Hedden Elementary School is ranked #851 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Hedden Elementary School?
454 students attend Hedden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hedden Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hedden Elementary School?
Hedden Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hedden Elementary School offer ?
Hedden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Hedden Elementary School part of?
Hedden Elementary School is part of Fife School District.
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