Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Evergreen Forest 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 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Evergreen Forest Elementary serves the southeastern part of Lacey, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 11.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone edge being about 3.1 miles and the furthest edge reaching 4.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evergreen Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Evergreen Forest Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Evergreen Forest 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 Evergreen Forest Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#550 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
25%
27%
Black
7%
5%
White
43%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evergreen Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Evergreen Forest Elementary School is ranked #550 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Evergreen Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Evergreen Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Oaks Elementary School 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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Evergreen Forest Elementary School?
442 students attend Evergreen Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Evergreen Forest Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evergreen Forest Elementary School?
Evergreen Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Evergreen Forest Elementary School offer ?
Evergreen Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Evergreen Forest Elementary School part of?
Evergreen Forest Elementary School is part of North Thurston School District.
School Reviews
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