Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carter Lake 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 51% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carter Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Carter Lake Elementary School's student population of 420 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carter Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carter Lake Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#532 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
30%
27%
Black
12%
5%
White
37%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Carter Lake Elementary School is ranked #532 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Carter Lake Elementary School?
420 students attend Carter Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Carter Lake Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carter Lake Elementary School?
Carter Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carter Lake Elementary School offer ?
Carter Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carter Lake Elementary School part of?
Carter Lake Elementary School is part of Clover Park School District.
In what neighborhood is Carter Lake Elementary School located?
Carter Lake Elementary School is located in the McChord Air Force Base neighborhood of Lakewood, WA.
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