Michael T Simmons Elementary School serves 465 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Michael T Simmons Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michael T Simmons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Michael T Simmons Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Michael T Simmons Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Michael T Simmons Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#393 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)68%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
65%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Michael T Simmons Elementary School's ranking?
Michael T Simmons Elementary School is ranked #393 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% 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 Michael T Simmons Elementary School?
465 students attend Michael T Simmons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Michael T Simmons Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael T Simmons Elementary School?
Michael T Simmons Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Michael T Simmons Elementary School offer ?
Michael T Simmons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Michael T Simmons Elementary School part of?
Michael T Simmons Elementary School is part of Tumwater School District.
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