Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rainier Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rainier Elementary School serves the southwest part of Tacoma, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rainier Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
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School Rankings
Rainier Elementary School ranks within the top 30% 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 0.76, 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
#577 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Asian
7%
9%
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Hispanic
27%
27%
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Black
16%
5%
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White
37%
47%
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Hawaiian
3%
2%
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Two or more races
10%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
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 #577 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Rainier Elementary School often compared to?
Rainier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beachwood Elementary School, Sherman Elementary School, Lowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Rainier Elementary School?
576 students attend Rainier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Rainier Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
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 Clover Park School District.
In what neighborhood is Rainier Elementary School located?
Rainier Elementary School is located in the Clarkdale neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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