Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Soap Lake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Soap Lake Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Soap Lake school district, encompassing approximately 74.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a driving time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Soap Lake Elementary School's student population of 328 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Soap Lake Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Soap Lake Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#2029 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
44%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soap Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Soap Lake Elementary School is ranked #2029 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Soap Lake Elementary School?
328 students attend Soap Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Soap Lake Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Soap Lake Elementary School?
Soap Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Soap Lake Elementary School offer ?
Soap Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Soap Lake Elementary School part of?
Soap Lake Elementary School is part of Soap Lake School District.
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