Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rainier Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Btm 50%)
- 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:
School Overview
Rainier Elementary School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rainier Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rainier Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#280 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
30%
25%
Black
12%
5%
White
42%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
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 #280 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Rainier Elementary School often compared to?
Rainier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lowell Elementary School, Sherman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Rainier Elementary School?
546 students attend Rainier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Rainier Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rainier Elementary School?
Rainier Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Rainier Elementary School offer ?
Rainier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
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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