Serving 529 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Camas Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Camas Prairie Elementary serves the northwest part of Spanaway, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically live a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camas Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Camas Prairie Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Where high expectations of learning are required for all.
School Rankings
Camas Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camas Prairie 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
#633 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
26%
27%
Black
9%
5%
White
29%
47%
Hawaiian
11%
2%
Two or more races
20%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camas Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Camas Prairie Elementary School is ranked #633 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Camas Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Camas Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Elementary School, Bethel Elementary Learning Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Camas Prairie Elementary School?
529 students attend Camas Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Camas Prairie Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Camas Prairie Elementary School?
Camas Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Camas Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Camas Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Camas Prairie Elementary School part of?
Camas Prairie Elementary School is part of Bethel School District.
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