Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock Creek Elementary serves the southeastern part of Maple Valley, WA, covering an area of approximately 55.6 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rock Creek Elementary School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Rock Creek Elementary School, home of the Eagles!
School Rankings
Rock Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Creek Elementary School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#118 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Rock Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Creek Elementary School is ranked #118 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Rock Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier Park Elementary School, Lake Wilderness Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Rock Creek Elementary School?
686 students attend Rock Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Rock Creek Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Creek Elementary School?
Rock Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rock Creek Elementary School offer ?
Rock Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Creek Elementary School part of?
Rock Creek Elementary School is part of Tahoma School District.
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