At a glance
Reported students
507
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
26.88
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
18.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
03–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
78th percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
507
Grand Mound Elementary: 507 reported students.
State peer staffing position
94th percentile
18.9:1 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
- 514
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31.82
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.2:1
What the reported data says about Grand Mound Elementary
Grand Mound Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades 03–05 in Rochester. It is one of 5 current school records connected to Rochester School District. NCES reports 507 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 78th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 18.9:1, above 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 (56.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (32.1%). English learners represent 14.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.3%. 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 Grand Mound Elementary
- 1How do the reported 18.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 26.88 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 1 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
- 14.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 66.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.6
- 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
- White56.4%
- Hispanic32.1%
- Black0.4%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native3.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial6.9%
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 Rochester School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Rochester Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–02
488 reported students
Rochester Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
535 reported students
Rochester High School
High · Grades 09–12
608 reported students
H.e.a.r.t. High School
High · Grades 09–12
37 reported students
Public schools near Grand Mound 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester Primary School Elementary · Rochester School District | PK–02 | 488 | 0.2 mi |
| Fords Prairie Elementary Elementary · Centralia School District | KG–06 | 443 | 5 mi |
| Oakview Elementary School Elementary · Centralia School District | KG–06 | 317 | 5.7 mi |
| Edison Elementary Elementary · Centralia School District | KG–06 | 313 | 6.5 mi |
| Jefferson Lincoln Elementary Elementary · Centralia School District | KG–06 | 357 | 7.3 mi |
| Washington Elementary School Elementary · Centralia School District | KG–06 | 294 | 7.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Grand Mound Elementary
What grades does Grand Mound Elementary serve?
Grand Mound Elementary reports grades 03–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Rochester School District.
How many students attend Grand Mound Elementary?
Grand Mound Elementary reported 507 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 78th percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 514 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Grand Mound Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 18.9:1, based on 507 students and 26.88 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 Grand Mound Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Grand Mound Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Rochester School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Grand Mound Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
66.5% 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 Grand Mound Elementary in?
Grand Mound Elementary is part of Rochester School District, based in Rochester, WA, which operates 5 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Grand Mound Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Rochester Primary School (0.2 mi), Fords Prairie Elementary (5 mi), Oakview Elementary School (5.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.