Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Custer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Custer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Custer Elementary School's student population of 367 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Together We Thrive'
School Rankings
Custer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Custer Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1084 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Custer Elementary School's ranking?
Custer Elementary School is ranked #1084 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Custer Elementary School often compared to?
Custer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blaine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Custer Elementary School?
367 students attend Custer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Custer Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Custer Elementary School?
Custer Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Custer Elementary School offer ?
Custer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Custer Elementary School part of?
Custer Elementary School is part of Ferndale School District.
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