Serving 617 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clover Creek 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 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clover Creek Elementary serves the northern part of Tacoma, WA, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.2 miles at its farthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clover Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Clover Creek Elementary School's student population of 617 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Clover Creek 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 Clover Creek 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
#699 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
33%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
9%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
19%
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)41%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clover Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Clover Creek Elementary School is ranked #699 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Clover Creek Elementary School?
617 students attend Clover Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Clover Creek Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hawaiian, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clover Creek Elementary School?
Clover Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clover Creek Elementary School offer ?
Clover Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clover Creek Elementary School part of?
Clover Creek Elementary School is part of Bethel School District.
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