At a glance
Reported students
452
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
27.21
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–02
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
64th percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
298
Camas Elementary: 452 reported students.
State peer staffing position
68th percentile
16.6:1 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
- 176
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Student–teacher ratio
- 8.4:1
What the reported data says about Camas Elementary
Camas Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–02 in Wapato. It is one of 11 current school records connected to Wapato School District. NCES reports 452 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 64th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.6:1, close to 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 Hispanic or Latino (73.7%) and American Indian or Alaska Native (17.5%). English learners represent 52.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.7%. 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 Camas Elementary
- 1How do the reported 16.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 27.21 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
- 52.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 81.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- 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
- White3.8%
- Hispanic73.7%
- Black0.2%
- Asian3.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native17.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial1.1%
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 Wapato School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Adams Elementary
Elementary · Grades 03–05
394 reported students
Simcoe Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–02
329 reported students
Satus Elementary
Elementary · Grades 03–05
298 reported students
Wapato Online Academy K-5
Elementary · Grades KG–05
6 reported students
Wapato Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
737 reported students
Pace Alternative High School
High · Grades 09–12
88 reported students
Public schools near Camas 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Satus Elementary Elementary · Wapato School District | 03–05 | 298 | under 0.1 mi |
| Adams Elementary Elementary · Wapato School District | 03–05 | 394 | 0.2 mi |
| Simcoe Elementary School Elementary · Wapato School District | KG–02 | 329 | 0.3 mi |
| Wapato Online Academy K-5 Elementary · Wapato School District | KG–05 | 6 | 0.5 mi |
| Kirkwood Elementary School Elementary · Toppenish School District | KG–05 | 387 | 5.9 mi |
| Harrah Elementary School Elementary · Mount Adams School District | PK–06 | 451 | 6.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Camas Elementary
What grades does Camas Elementary serve?
Camas Elementary reports grades PK–02 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Wapato School District.
How many students attend Camas Elementary?
Camas Elementary reported 452 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 64th percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 176 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Camas Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 16.6:1, based on 452 students and 27.21 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 Camas Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Camas Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Wapato School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Camas Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
81.4% 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 Camas Elementary in?
Camas Elementary is part of Wapato School District, based in Wapato, WA, which operates 11 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Camas Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Satus Elementary (under 0.1 mi), Adams Elementary (0.2 mi), Simcoe Elementary School (0.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.