Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carnation Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Carnation Elementary School serves the southwest part of its school district in Carnation, WA, covering an area of approximately 34.5 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.7 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carnation Elementary School's student population of 388 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carnation Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carnation Elementary School is 0.55, which is less 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
#276 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
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 #276 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Carnation Elementary School?
388 students attend Carnation Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Carnation Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carnation Elementary School?
Carnation Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carnation Elementary School offer ?
Carnation Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carnation Elementary School part of?
Carnation Elementary School is part of Riverview School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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