Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carnation Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carnation Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Carnation Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carnation Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carnation Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#490 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
74%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carnation Elementary School's ranking?
Carnation Elementary School is ranked #490 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Carnation Elementary School often compared to?
Carnation Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stillwater Elementary School, Discovery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Carnation Elementary School?
334 students attend Carnation Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Carnation Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carnation Elementary School?
Carnation Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Carnation Elementary School offer ?
Carnation Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carnation Elementary School part of?
Carnation Elementary School is part of Riverview School District.
School Reviews
5 8/9/2010
I was a student at Carnation Elementary a few years ago. It was a amazing school with nice teachers. I learned alot from Carnation Elementary and would Recommend this school to anyone!!!
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