Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Olympic Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olympic Elementary School serves the southeast part of Longview, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympic Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Olympic Elementary School's student population of 381 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
Every person at Olympic has the right to feel Safe, Supported, and Valued.
School Rankings
Olympic 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 Olympic Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1056 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
31%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olympic Elementary School's ranking?
Olympic Elementary School is ranked #1056 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Olympic Elementary School?
381 students attend Olympic Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Olympic Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olympic Elementary School?
Olympic Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olympic Elementary School offer ?
Olympic Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olympic Elementary School part of?
Olympic Elementary School is part of Longview School District.
In what neighborhood is Olympic Elementary School located?
Olympic Elementary School is located in the Olympic East neighborhood of Longview, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Olympic East.
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