Serving 332 students in grades 5-8, Rainier Prep ranks in the top 50% 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 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rainier Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Rainier Prep's student population of 332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rainier Prep ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rainier Prep is 0.60, which is less 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
#669 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)61%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
30%
25%
Black
56%
5%
White
3%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rainier Prep's ranking?
Rainier Prep is ranked #669 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Rainier Prep often compared to?
Rainier Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Mercer International Middle School, Orca K-8 School, Summit Public School: Atlas by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Rainier Prep?
332 students attend Rainier Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Rainier Prep students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rainier Prep?
Rainier Prep has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Rainier Prep offer ?
Rainier Prep offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Rainier Prep part of?
Rainier Prep is part of Rainier Prep Charter School District.
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