Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rainier Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 21% 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: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rainier Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Rainier, WA, encompassing approximately 55.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rainier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rainier Elementary School's student population of 493 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rainier 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 Rainier Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#731 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rainier Elementary School's ranking?
Rainier Elementary School is ranked #731 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Rainier Elementary School often compared to?
Rainier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Pond Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Rainier Elementary School?
493 students attend Rainier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Rainier Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rainier Elementary School?
Rainier Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rainier Elementary School offer ?
Rainier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rainier Elementary School part of?
Rainier Elementary School is part of Rainier School District.
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