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Karshner Elementary School

Public | PK-6 | 358 students
 

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Posted September 13, 2010
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We have been at this school for many years. Over the past 2-3 years the atmosphere has gone from warm and inviting to cold and uncomfortable. It saddens me to see this. The kids no longer think school is fun. It is not because of the teachers it is the leadership. The principal is so worried about her image that she has forgot about the kids. She over manages the teachers, parents, and the kids. Every year more and more parents are moving their children to surrounding schools. We will as well be pulling our student. However if you only speak Spanish this is a great school for you that is the main focus to make sure all Spanish Speaking families are taken care of. However if you are non Spanish Speaking you will be pushed to the side.
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Posted May 5, 2008
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I love visiting Karshner. the atmoshpere is warm and friendly, yet there is a sense of structure and organization. The halls are used as showcases for many different mediums of children's artwork. The staff members are positive, helpful, and informative. There are many parent events that are relevant and fun for the whole family!

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Posted August 27, 2007
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My boys love there school. The staff is friendly and courteous. The principal is wonderful and full of life and positive energy. Very easy to communicate with the teachers.It will be are third year with Karshner.We have no compliant.
—Submitted by Angela Ranger, a parent

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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

48 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
46%

2011

 
 
47%

2010

 
 
62%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

48 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
66%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

40 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
35%

2011

 
 
42%

2010

 
 
69%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

40 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
67%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 61% in 2012.

40 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
38%

2011

 
 
37%

2010

 
 
53%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

43 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
53%

2010

 
 
69%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

43 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
88%
Science

The state average for Science was 66% in 2012.

43 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
45%

2010

 
 
41%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

44 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
55%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

44 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
60%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students46%
Female50%
Male42%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic18%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White59%
Low income33%
Not low income62%
Special educationn/a
Not special education51%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students60%
Female68%
Male54%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic35%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White68%
Low income44%
Not low income81%
Special educationn/a
Not special education65%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students35%
Female33%
Male37%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic24%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White44%
Low income22%
Not low income62%
Special educationn/a
Not special education39%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students58%
Female52%
Male63%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic35%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White83%
Low income44%
Not low income85%
Special educationn/a
Not special education64%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students38%
Female43%
Male32%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic29%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White50%
Low income26%
Not low income62%
Special educationn/a
Not special education42%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students67%
Female72%
Male64%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic50%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White82%
Low income56%
Not low income83%
Special educationn/a
Not special education75%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students77%
Female78%
Male76%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic50%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White82%
Low income72%
Not low income83%
Special educationn/a
Not special education86%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students63%
Female67%
Male60%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic30%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White77%
Low income48%
Not low income83%
Special educationn/a
Not special education72%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students55%
Female52%
Male57%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic20%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White70%
Low income50%
Not low income64%
Special educationn/a
Not special education63%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students70%
Female76%
Male65%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic47%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White78%
Low income63%
Not low income86%
Special educationn/a
Not special education79%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 58% 63%
Hispanic 30% 18%
Two or more races 7% 5%
Asian 3% 7%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 2%
Black 1% 5%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 1% 1%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 154%N/A40%
Special education 219%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 214%N/A8%
Source: 1 NCES, 2010-2011
Source: 2 WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 16N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 13N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 67%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

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  • Jeanie Schneider

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