CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY OLYMPIA
Centennial Elementary Olympia is a public elementary school that is part of the Olympia School District school district, located in OLYMPIA, WA with about 528 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 27 teachers, Centennial Elementary Olympia has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Centennial Elementary, located in the Olympia School District, serves the southeast area of Olympia, Washington. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing a foundational education for students in grades K-5, emphasizing academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a supportive learning environment. The school is known for its commitment to inclusive practices and community engagement, working closely with families to ensure that students are prepared for middle school and beyond.
The school benefits from its location within the Olympia community, often participating in district-wide initiatives that prioritize early literacy, STEM integration, and the arts. Like many schools in the region, Centennial emphasizes a holistic approach to student well-being, aiming to foster a sense of belonging and academic curiosity. For prospective or current families, the school serves as a neighborhood hub where collaboration between educators and parents is encouraged to help every student achieve their personal best.
For more information, contact Centennial Elementary Olympia at (360) 596-8300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
OLYMPIA, WA 98501-4864
(360) 596-8300
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY OLYMPIA is a public school in OLYMPIA, WA with about 528 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Olympia School District
- Total Students:
- 528
- Teachers:
- 27.01
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 528 students
- White
- 61.9%
- Two or more races
- 12.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.9%
- Asian
- 11.9%
- Black or African American
- 1.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Female
- 51.1%
- Male
- 48.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.