Simpson Avenue Elementary

Summary:

Simpson Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Montesano, Washington, serving 386 students in grades 3-6. The school is part of the Montesano School District, which is ranked 51 out of 247 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating.

Simpson Avenue Elementary consistently performs above the state average in SBAC/English Language Arts and SBAC/Math assessments, with proficiency rates of 57.29% and 56.27% respectively in the 2023-2024 school year, compared to the state averages of 52.63% and 41.68%. The school also excels in WCAS/Science assessments, with a 57.89% proficiency rate, higher than the state average of 49.73%. Compared to nearby schools in the Aberdeen School District, Simpson Avenue Elementary has a significantly higher percentage of White students (79.79%) and a lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (42.75%), suggesting it serves a more affluent community.

Another key differentiator is the school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 16.2, which is lower than the nearby schools in the Aberdeen School District, which range from 12.7 to 15.2. This favorable ratio may contribute to the school's strong academic performance. While Simpson Avenue Elementary's demographics differ from the more diverse nearby schools, the school's consistent academic success and effective teaching practices could serve as a model for other schools in the region.


Detail:

Public 3-6

 519 West Simpson Avenue
       Montesano, WA  98563-1151


(360) 249-4041

District: Montesano School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
335th of 1,168 Washington Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $14,482 Help


Students who attend Simpson Avenue Elementary usually attend:

High:    Montesano Junior-Senior High

Student/teacher ratio:  16.2 Help
Number of students:  386

Racial breakdown:

White:
79.8%
Hispanic:
10.1%
Two or more races:
6.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  42.7% Help


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Compare Details Simpson Avenue Elementary ranks better than 71.3% of elementary schools in Washington. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 68.33. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (79.8%), Hispanic (10.1%), two or more races (6%). (See more...)
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Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Simpson Avenue Elementary is 16.2. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Simpson Avenue Elementary is $14,482.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Simpson Avenue Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Simpson Avenue Elementary 335th of 1168 Washington public elementary schools. (See Simpson Avenue Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Montesano School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Montesano School District 51st of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Simpson Avenue Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Simpson Avenue Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 58.06 437th 1031 57.6%
2006 58.46 442nd 1051 57.9%
2007 48.38 576th 1069 46.1%
2008 51.00 558th 1067 47.7%
2009 52.66 511th 1072 52.3%
2010 54.51 490th 1088 55.0%
2011 43.40 643rd 1092 41.1%
2012 64.23 394th 1097 64.1%
2013 63.11 416th 1106 62.4%
2015 65.68 343rd 1067 67.9%
2016 65.00 368th 1053 65.1%
2017 65.75 369th 1056 65.1%
2018 71.78 293rd 1054 72.2%
2019 68.12 355th 1130 68.6%
2021 48.89 527th 1107 52.4%
2022 60.35 422nd 1169 63.9%
2023 67.80 348th 1169 70.2%
2024 68.33 335th 1168 71.3%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Simpson Avenue Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 54.90 98th 212 53.8%
2019 54.12 149th 303 50.8%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Simpson Avenue Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 37.93 109th 158 31.0%
2022 45.78 219th 478 54.2%
2023 49.28 141st 308 54.2%
2024 47.77 176th 339 48.1%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Simpson Avenue Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 69.81 173rd 835 79.3%
2019 62.72 314th 979 67.9%
2021 30.95 623rd 854 27.0%
2022 55.65 392nd 1019 61.5%
2023 73.48 201st 1013 80.2%
2024 76.58 159th 1024 84.5%
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Rank History for Female students at Simpson Avenue Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 72.94 258th 1004 74.3%
2019 72.61 282nd 1068 73.6%
2021 43.36 536th 1008 46.8%
2022 56.89 442nd 1100 59.8%
2023 67.86 321st 1094 70.7%
2024 62.98 361st 1093 67.0%
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Rank History for Male students at Simpson Avenue Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 69.43 300th 999 70.0%
2019 62.67 388th 1075 63.9%
2021 52.41 429th 1025 58.1%
2022 62.30 385th 1113 65.4%
2023 66.15 333rd 1099 69.7%
2024 71.50 290th 1099 73.6%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Simpson Avenue Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 90.51 37th 697 94.7%
2021 61.46 119th 501 76.2%
2022 45.74 341st 694 50.9%
2023 78.77 74th 633 88.3%
2024 62.22 228th 651 65.0%
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Rank History for White students at Simpson Avenue Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 59.21 351st 833 57.9%
2019 56.51 456th 1027 55.6%
2021 40.25 562nd 943 40.4%
2022 53.54 465th 1031 54.9%
2023 59.82 393rd 1011 61.1%
2024 59.50 396th 1009 60.8%
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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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by a citizen
Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Open Quote They send out homework to our kids, they grade it like 30/50 grade and they cant redo it! and of course the teacher dose not have the time to sit with that student and ask if they understand it typical lazy teacher. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Simpson Avenue Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 386 0 9 0 5 n/a n/a 0 400
1989 402 0 6 1 7 n/a n/a 0 416
1990 403 0 6 4 1 n/a n/a 0 414
1991 427 0 8 4 1 n/a n/a 0 440
1992 444 0 10 3 0 n/a n/a 0 457
1993 397 0 7 10 12 n/a n/a 0 426
1994 389 3 5 15 5 n/a n/a 0 417
1995 377 2 8 20 17 n/a n/a 0 424
1996 377 2 8 20 17 n/a n/a 0 424
1997 366 1 11 13 9 n/a n/a 0 400
1998 321 1 8 9 17 n/a n/a 0 356
1999 293 1 7 9 20 n/a n/a 0 330
2000 283 0 4 11 15 n/a n/a 0 313
2001 273 1 2 7 16 n/a n/a 0 299
2002 255 2 1 8 11 n/a n/a 0 277
2003 255 2 1 8 11 n/a n/a 0 277
2004 161 3 1 4 5 n/a n/a 0 174
2005 210 3 3 16 11 n/a n/a 5 248
2006 222 3 4 14 12 n/a n/a 6 261
2007 226 6 4 12 8 n/a n/a 6 262
2008 228 4 3 6 8 n/a n/a 5 254
2009 250 4 2 8 7 n/a n/a 8 279
2010 276 2 3 15 3 n/a n/a 14 313
2011 246 0 2 27 3 0 21 0 299
2012 231 0 1 37 3 0 19 0 291
2013 211 0 0 29 7 0 20 0 267
2014 238 0 1 35 9 0 16 0 299
2015 252 0 2 37 10 0 16 0 317
2016 236 0 5 34 9 0 17 0 301
2017 333 0 4 46 8 0 23 0 414
2018 326 0 3 46 6 1 34 0 416
2019 357 0 4 47 6 0 43 0 457
2020 347 6 4 47 6 0 44 0 454
2021 333 1 7 37 6 0 43 0 427
2022 341 1 7 47 8 1 20 0 425
2023 308 0 8 39 7 1 23 0 386

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Simpson Avenue Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 400 19.0 21.0 0
1989 416 20.0 20.8 n/a
1990 414 21.1 19.6 0
1991 440 21.7 20.2 n/a
1992 457 21.8 20.9 n/a
1993 426 20.4 20.9 n/a
1994 417 19.9 21.0 n/a
1995 424 19.6 21.6 n/a
1996 424 19.6 21.6 n/a
1997 400 19.1 20.9 n/a
1998 356 18.8 18.9 n/a
1999 330 15.5 21.3 n/a
2000 313 13.5 23.2 n/a
2001 299 16.5 18.1 n/a
2002 277 17.5 15.8 25.6
2003 277 17.5 15.8 25.6
2004 174 10.0 17.4 25.9
2005 248 10.2 24.3 32.5
2006 261 13.1 19.9 35.3
2007 262 15.1 17.4 27.7
2008 254 15.1 16.8 33.7
2009 279 15.1 18.5 34.7
2010 313 15.1 20.7 46.2
2011 299 14.5 20.5 37.1
2012 291 14.5 20.0 38.8
2013 267 14.6 18.2 41.2
2014 299 n/a n/a 43.5
2015 317 22.0 14.4 45.4
2016 301 15.0 20.0 39.9
2017 414 22.0 18.8 39.4
2018 416 24.3 17.1 35.6
2019 457 24.9 18.3 36.1
2020 454 23.1 19.6 38.3
2021 427 22.7 18.7 35.1
2022 425 24.7 17.1 37.9
2023 386 23.7 16.2 42.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Simpson Avenue Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 400 19.0 21.0 0
1989 416 20.0 20.8 n/a
1990 414 21.1 19.6 0
1991 440 21.7 20.2 n/a
1992 457 21.8 20.9 n/a
1993 426 20.4 20.9 n/a
1994 417 19.9 21.0 n/a
1995 424 19.6 21.6 n/a
1996 424 19.6 21.6 n/a
1997 400 19.1 20.9 n/a
1998 356 18.8 18.9 n/a
1999 330 15.5 21.3 n/a
2000 313 13.5 23.2 n/a
2001 299 16.5 18.1 n/a
2002 277 17.5 15.8 25.6
2003 277 17.5 15.8 25.6
2004 174 10.0 17.4 25.9
2005 248 10.2 24.3 32.5
2006 261 13.1 19.9 35.3
2007 262 15.1 17.4 27.7
2008 254 15.1 16.8 33.7
2009 279 15.1 18.5 34.7
2010 313 15.1 20.7 46.2
2011 299 14.5 20.5 37.1
2012 291 14.5 20.0 38.8
2013 267 14.6 18.2 41.2
2014 299 n/a n/a 43.5
2015 317 22.0 14.4 45.4
2016 301 15.0 20.0 39.9
2017 414 22.0 18.8 39.4
2018 416 24.3 17.1 35.6
2019 457 24.9 18.3 36.1
2020 454 23.1 19.6 38.3
2021 427 22.7 18.7 35.1
2022 425 24.7 17.1 37.9
2023 386 23.7 16.2 42.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

6th Grade Immunization Rates

Simpson Avenue Elementary

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201860.5%0.0%2.3%0.0%3.5%97.7%61.6%94.2%97.7%97.7%61.6%
201971.1%0.8%4.1%0.0%4.1%94.2%71.1%95.9%95.9%95.9%71.9%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

Immunization Rates (Entire school)

Simpson Avenue Elementary

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201982.9%0.7%2.2%3.1%95.2%95.0%96.3%96.1%96.3%95.6%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Simpson Avenue Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,074 (8.8%) $11,097 (91.2%) $12,171
2020 $565 (6.2%) $8,621 (93.9%) $9,185
2021 $688 (5.5%) $11,803 (94.5%) $12,492
2022 $2,216 (15.3%) $12,265 (84.7%) $14,482

Data source: Washington Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Simpson Avenue Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 355th of 1130 Elementary schoolsRanks 348th of 1169 Elementary schools
 1.6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Simpson Avenue Elementary)57.965
 7.1%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Montesano School District)57.965
 7.1%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Washington)56.348.9
 7.4%
3rd Grade Math (Simpson Avenue Elementary)66.775
 8.3%
   3rd Grade Math (Montesano School District)66.775
 8.3%
   3rd Grade Math (Washington)5951.6
 7.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Simpson Avenue Elementary)56.655.8
 0.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Montesano School District)56.655.8
 0.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.750.1
 7.6%
4th Grade Math (Simpson Avenue Elementary)65.556.8
 8.6%
   4th Grade Math (Montesano School District)65.556.8
 8.6%
   4th Grade Math (Washington)54.949.4
 5.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Simpson Avenue Elementary)70.955
 15.9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Montesano School District)70.955
 15.9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)61.353.8
 7.6%
5th Grade Math (Simpson Avenue Elementary)70.967
 3.9%
   5th Grade Math (Montesano School District)70.967
 3.9%
   5th Grade Math (Washington)49.142
 7.1%
5th Grade Science (Simpson Avenue Elementary)67.363
 4.3%
   5th Grade Science (Montesano School District)67.363
 4.3%
   5th Grade Science (Washington)54.152.3
 1.8%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Simpson Avenue Elementary)62.943.5
 19.4%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Montesano School District)62.943.5
 19.4%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.847.9
 9.9%
6th Grade Math (Simpson Avenue Elementary)50.837
 13.8%
   6th Grade Math (Montesano School District)50.837
 13.8%
   6th Grade Math (Washington)47.738.1
 9.6%
All Grades English Language Arts (Simpson Avenue Elementary)6254.1
 8%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Montesano School District)6358.9
 4.1%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Washington)6152.9
 8.1%
All Grades Math (Simpson Avenue Elementary)63.257.7
 5.5%
   All Grades Math (Montesano School District)56.546.5
 10%
   All Grades Math (Washington)50.141
 9%
All Grades Science (Simpson Avenue Elementary)67.363
 4.3%
   All Grades Science (Montesano School District)5249
 3%
   All Grades Science (Washington)52.748.8
 4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students457386
 15.5%
African American00
American Indian67
 16.7%
Asian48
 100%
Hispanic4739
 17%
Pacific Islander01
White357308
 13.7%
Two or More Races4323
 46.5%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients36.1%42.7%
 6.6%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Simpson Avenue Elementary

Students at Simpson Avenue Elementary are 80% White, 10% Hispanic, 6% Two or more races, 2% Asian, 2% American Indian.

Students who attend Simpson Avenue Elementary usually go on to attend:

High : Montesano Junior-Senior High

In the 2022-23 school year, 386 students attended Simpson Avenue Elementary.

Simpson Avenue Elementary ranks 335th of 1168 Washington elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

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