Serving 438 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Idlewild 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 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idlewild Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Idlewild Elementary School's student population of 438 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idlewild 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 Idlewild Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#809 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)56%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
20%
25%
Black
8%
5%
White
47%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
19%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Idlewild Elementary School's ranking?
Idlewild Elementary School is ranked #809 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Idlewild Elementary School often compared to?
Idlewild Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Idlewild Elementary School?
438 students attend Idlewild Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Idlewild Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idlewild Elementary School?
Idlewild Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Idlewild Elementary School offer ?
Idlewild Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Idlewild Elementary School part of?
Idlewild Elementary School is part of Clover Park School District.
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