Serving 380 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Idlewild Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Idlewild Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lakewood, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most students living within about 0.7 miles of its edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idlewild Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Idlewild Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idlewild Elementary School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1272 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cubs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idlewild Elementary School's ranking?
Idlewild Elementary School is ranked #1272 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Idlewild Elementary School often compared to?
Idlewild Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Idlewild Elementary School?
380 students attend Idlewild Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Idlewild Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idlewild Elementary School?
Idlewild Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Idlewild Elementary School offer ?
Idlewild Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Idlewild Elementary School part of?
Idlewild Elementary School is part of Clover Park School District.
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