Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mirror Lake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mirror Lake Elementary School serves a central area in Federal Way, WA, encompassing approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mirror Lake Elementary School's student population of 491 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mirror Lake 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 Mirror Lake Elementary School is 0.79, which is more 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
#1893 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
35%
27%
Black
18%
5%
White
13%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mirror Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Mirror Lake Elementary School is ranked #1893 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mirror Lake Elementary School?
491 students attend Mirror Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Mirror Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mirror Lake Elementary School?
Mirror Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mirror Lake Elementary School offer ?
Mirror Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mirror Lake Elementary School part of?
Mirror Lake Elementary School is part of Federal Way School District.
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