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Wide Hollow Elementary School

1000 S 72ND AVE, YAKIMA, WA 98908

Top 25% School in Washington

Ranked 82 of 250 in Washington

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About Wide Hollow Elementary School

Wide Hollow Elementary School is located at 1000 S 72nd Ave, Yakima in a suburban-residential neighbourhood within the West Valley School District. They serve students from grades K-5 and enrolls approximately 443 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. In math, 52% of students reached the proficient level or higher, while in reading, 54% achieved that level or above. The student population is made up of 46% female students and 54% male students. Wide Hollow Elementary provides a learning environment that is very nurturing and innovative, and the focus is not only on strong academic fundamentals but also on community and family engagement.

Overall, one of the most significant features of the school is that it is situated in one of the loveliest areas of Yakima, where the average home value is approximately $498,800, thus indicating the area's steady growth and appeal to the family market. Many parents praise the school's empathetic teachers, the friendly atmosphere and the community spirit that has made Wide Hollow Elementary one of the top-rated elementary schools in Washington not only in terms of the quality of education but also the value of the neighbourhood.

Wide Hollow Elementary School Contact Information

Address

1000 S 72ND AVE, YAKIMA, WA 98908

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Phone

(509) 965-2023

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%
Reading 54%
State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 54% in Reading.
27
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
4
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
443
Total Students
$84765
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 82 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Wide Hollow Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:40 AM - 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 45.8%
Asian 4.4%
Hispanic 46.9%
Black 0%
Two+ Races 2.4%
Native Am. 1%
White
45.8%
Asian
4.4%
Hispanic
46.9%
Black
0%
Two+ Races
2.4%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 443
46.1%
204 Female
53.9%
239 Male

Student Population

443 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

316 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

In October 2025, TikToker Ricky Pond and Seahawks mascot Blitz visited Wide Hollow Elementary School to surprise around 20 students with new shoes through the "Kicks for Kids" fundraiser.

FAQ

Q1. What innovative teaching strategies does the school employ?

Ans. Teachers use project-based and inquiry learning to make lessons interactive and engaging.

Q2. How are arts integrated into the school curriculum?

Ans. Visual arts, music, and performance programs are used to boost creativity and confidence.

Q3. What makes the school community unique?

Ans. Strong collaboration between families, teachers, and local partners builds a close-knit atmosphere.

Q4. Are there programs that focus on leadership or citizenship?

Ans. Yes, students participate in leadership clubs and civic awareness activities.

Q5. How does the school recognize staff excellence?

Ans. Annual awards and appreciation events highlight teachers’ dedication and innovation.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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