Serving 803 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glacier Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Glacier Park Elementary serves the southwest area of Maple Valley, WA, covering approximately 8.7 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glacier Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glacier Park Elementary School's student population of 803 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
803 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
Glacier Park 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 Glacier Park Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#308 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
28%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
47%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Glacier Park Elementary School's ranking?
Glacier Park Elementary School is ranked #308 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Glacier Park Elementary School often compared to?
Glacier Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Wilderness Elementary School, Cedar River Elementary School, Rock Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Glacier Park Elementary School?
803 students attend Glacier Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Glacier Park Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glacier Park Elementary School?
Glacier Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glacier Park Elementary School offer ?
Glacier Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glacier Park Elementary School part of?
Glacier Park Elementary School is part of Tahoma School District.
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