Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lackamas 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 35% 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: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lackamas Elementary serves the southeast area of Yelm, WA, covering approximately 72.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge being about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lackamas Elementary School's student population of 290 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lackamas 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 Lackamas Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1306 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 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)
35-39%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-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 Lackamas Elementary School's ranking?
Lackamas Elementary School is ranked #1306 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lackamas Elementary School?
290 students attend Lackamas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Lackamas Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lackamas Elementary School?
Lackamas Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lackamas Elementary School offer ?
Lackamas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lackamas Elementary School part of?
Lackamas Elementary School is part of Yelm School District.
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