Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cougar Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cougar Creek Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cougar Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cougar Creek Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#919 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)61%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
65%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cougar Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Cougar Creek Elementary School is ranked #919 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cougar Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Cougar Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Elementary School, English Crossing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Cougar Creek Elementary School?
383 students attend Cougar Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Cougar Creek Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cougar Creek Elementary School?
Cougar Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cougar Creek Elementary School offer ?
Cougar Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cougar Creek Elementary School part of?
Cougar Creek Elementary School is part of Lakewood School District.
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