Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lawton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawton 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
Lawton Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawton Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#42 out of 2052 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)83%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)87%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
69%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawton Elementary School's ranking?
Lawton Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lawton Elementary School often compared to?
Lawton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frantz Coe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Lawton Elementary School?
333 students attend Lawton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lawton Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawton Elementary School?
Lawton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lawton Elementary School offer ?
Lawton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lawton Elementary School part of?
Lawton Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Lawton Elementary School located?
Lawton Elementary School is located in the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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