At a glance
Reported students
336
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
25.32
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
31st percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
336
Mt. Stuart Elementary: 336 reported students.
State peer staffing position
13th percentile
13.3:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 442
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30.15
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.7:1
What the reported data says about Mt. Stuart Elementary
Mt. Stuart Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Ellensburg. It is one of 9 current school records connected to Ellensburg School District. NCES reports 336 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 31st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.3:1, below the Washington median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (58.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (31%). English learners represent 12.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Mt. Stuart Elementary
- 1How do the reported 13.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 25.32 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 12.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 50%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White58.9%
- Hispanic31%
- Black1.5%
- Asian1.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.9%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.9%
- Multiracial5.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Ellensburg School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lincoln Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
334 reported students
Ida Nason Aronica Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
361 reported students
Valley View Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
408 reported students
Ellensburg Choice Schools
Other · Grades KG–12
148 reported students
Early Learning Center
Other · Grades PK–PK
54 reported students
Ellensburg Open Doors
High · Grades 11–12
38 reported students
Public schools near Mt. Stuart Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Learning Center Other · Ellensburg School District | PK–PK | 54 | under 0.1 mi |
| Ida Nason Aronica Elementary Elementary · Ellensburg School District | KG–05 | 361 | 0.3 mi |
| Lincoln Elementary Elementary · Ellensburg School District | KG–05 | 334 | 1.6 mi |
| Valley View Elementary School Elementary · Ellensburg School District | KG–05 | 408 | 2 mi |
| Damman Elementary Elementary · Damman School District | KG–05 | 48 | 2.8 mi |
| Kittitas Elementary School Elementary · Kittitas School District | KG–05 | 246 | 6.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Mt. Stuart Elementary
What grades does Mt. Stuart Elementary serve?
Mt. Stuart Elementary reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Ellensburg School District.
How many students attend Mt. Stuart Elementary?
Mt. Stuart Elementary reported 336 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 31st percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 442 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Mt. Stuart Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 13.3:1, based on 336 students and 25.32 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Mt. Stuart Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Mt. Stuart Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Ellensburg School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Mt. Stuart Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
50% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Mt. Stuart Elementary in?
Mt. Stuart Elementary is part of Ellensburg School District, based in Ellensburg, WA, which operates 9 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Mt. Stuart Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Early Learning Center (under 0.1 mi), Ida Nason Aronica Elementary (0.3 mi), Lincoln Elementary (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.