Serving 884 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lake Wilderness Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Wilderness Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Wilderness Elementary School's student population of 884 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
884 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Wilderness Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Wilderness Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#359 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)71%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
62%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Wilderness Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Wilderness Elementary School is ranked #359 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lake Wilderness Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Wilderness Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier Park Elementary School, Cedar River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Lake Wilderness Elementary School?
884 students attend Lake Wilderness Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lake Wilderness Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Wilderness Elementary School?
Lake Wilderness Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Wilderness Elementary School offer ?
Lake Wilderness Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lake Wilderness Elementary School part of?
Lake Wilderness Elementary School is part of Tahoma School District.
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