Marie Curie STEM Elementary

376 Students

Elementary School 3rd - 5th

School Overview

Marie Curie STEM Elementary, located in Pasco, Washington, is a specialized educational institution that centers its curriculum on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). As a dedicated STEM school, it emphasizes project-based learning and hands-on discovery, aiming to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills in students from an early age. The school’s environment is designed to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application, often utilizing integrated technology and inquiry-based instruction to prepare students for the demands of a modern, tech-driven economy.

Beyond its academic focus, the school plays a vital role within the Pasco School District by encouraging students to explore innovation and scientific curiosity. By aligning its core instruction with STEM principles, Marie Curie Elementary aims to cultivate a pipeline of future-ready learners who are comfortable navigating complex challenges. The school is committed to creating an inclusive culture where students are encouraged to be inquisitive, persistent, and creative, ultimately laying a strong foundation for their continued success in secondary education and beyond.

376

Total Students

29.8

Full-Time Teachers

12.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

91.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Marie Curie STEM Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	8
Hispanic	353
Asian	14
Two or More	1

Hispanic
353 (93.9%)
Asian
14 (3.7%)
White
8 (2.1%)
Two or More
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Pasco School District
Phone:	(509)416-7817
Grade Range:	3rd - 5th
Total Students:	376
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	29.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	308
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	36

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 3 126

Grade 4 124

Grade 5 126