Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peter G Schmidt Elementary School ranks in the top 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 49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peter G Schmidt Elementary serves the northeast part of Olympia, WA, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peter G Schmidt Elementary School's student population of 606 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
606 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Peter G Schmidt Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peter G Schmidt Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#662 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
60%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter G Schmidt Elementary School's ranking?
Peter G Schmidt Elementary School is ranked #662 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Peter G Schmidt Elementary School?
606 students attend Peter G Schmidt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Peter G Schmidt Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peter G Schmidt Elementary School?
Peter G Schmidt Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peter G Schmidt Elementary School offer ?
Peter G Schmidt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peter G Schmidt Elementary School part of?
Peter G Schmidt Elementary School is part of Tumwater School District.
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