Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Adelaide Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adelaide Elementary School serves the northwest part of Federal Way, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adelaide Elementary School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
Each Scholar: A Voice. A Dream. A Bright Future.
School Rankings
Adelaide Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adelaide Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1556 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
18%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adelaide Elementary School's ranking?
Adelaide Elementary School is ranked #1556 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Adelaide Elementary School often compared to?
Adelaide Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Star Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Adelaide Elementary School?
321 students attend Adelaide Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Adelaide Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adelaide Elementary School?
Adelaide Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Adelaide Elementary School offer ?
Adelaide Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adelaide Elementary School part of?
Adelaide Elementary School is part of Federal Way School District.
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