Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 85-89% (which is higher 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 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laura Ingalls Wilder 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
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#26 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School's ranking?
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School often compared to?
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Parks 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 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School?
323 students attend Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School?
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School offer ?
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School part of?
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
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