Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Green Gables Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Green Gables Elementary School serves a 1-square-mile area in the west part of Federal Way, WA, with most families living within a short 5-10 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.8 miles, reaching a maximum of 1.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Gables Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Green Gables Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Green Gables 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 Green Gables Elementary School is 0.82, 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
#907 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
11%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Gables Elementary School's ranking?
Green Gables Elementary School is ranked #907 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Green Gables Elementary School often compared to?
Green Gables Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brigadoon Elementary School, Enterprise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Green Gables Elementary School?
281 students attend Green Gables Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Green Gables Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hawaiian, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Green Gables Elementary School?
Green Gables Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Green Gables Elementary School offer ?
Green Gables Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Green Gables Elementary School part of?
Green Gables Elementary School is part of Federal Way School District.
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