Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ilalko Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 45% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ilalko Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ilalko Elementary School's student population of 479 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Ilalko Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ilalko Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#1086 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
32%
26%
Black
10%
5%
White
28%
48%
Hawaiian
10%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Ilalko Elementary School's ranking?
Ilalko Elementary School is ranked #1086 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Ilalko Elementary School often compared to?
Ilalko Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dick Scobee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Ilalko Elementary School?
479 students attend Ilalko Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Ilalko Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ilalko Elementary School?
Ilalko Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ilalko Elementary School offer ?
Ilalko Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ilalko Elementary School part of?
Ilalko Elementary School is part of Auburn School District.
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