Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Island Park Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Island Park Elementary serves a central area of Mercer Island, WA, covering approximately 2.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Island 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
Island Park Elementary School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
All Learners Honored, Included, Challenged, and Empowered.
School Rankings
Island Park Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Island Park Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#13 out of 2088 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
1%
7%
Showing 2007–2017. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island Park Elementary School's ranking?
Island Park Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Island Park Elementary School often compared to?
Island Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bow Lake Elementary School, Lakeridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Island Park Elementary School?
364 students attend Island Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Island Park Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Island Park Elementary School?
Island Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Island Park Elementary School offer ?
Island Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Island Park Elementary School part of?
Island Park Elementary School is part of Mercer Island School District.
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