Serving 754 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Amon Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amon Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amon Creek Elementary School's student population of 754 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Amon Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amon Creek Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#169 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
71%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amon Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Amon Creek Elementary School is ranked #169 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Amon Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Amon Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Bluffs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Amon Creek Elementary School?
754 students attend Amon Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Amon Creek Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amon Creek Elementary School?
Amon Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Amon Creek Elementary School offer ?
Amon Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amon Creek Elementary School part of?
Amon Creek Elementary School is part of Kennewick School District.
In what neighborhood is Amon Creek Elementary School located?
Amon Creek Elementary School is located in the South Richland neighborhood of Richland, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Richland.
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