Serving 613 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Olympia 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Olympia Elementary School's student population of 613 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
East Olympia Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Olympia Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#499 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
67%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Olympia Elementary School's ranking?
East Olympia Elementary School is ranked #499 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are East Olympia Elementary School often compared to?
East Olympia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Littlerock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend East Olympia Elementary School?
613 students attend East Olympia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of East Olympia Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Olympia Elementary School?
East Olympia Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does East Olympia Elementary School offer ?
East Olympia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Olympia Elementary School part of?
East Olympia Elementary School is part of Tumwater School District.
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