Serving 491 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stillwater 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 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Stillwater Elementary serves the west part of Carnation, WA, covering an area of approximately 37.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 6.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stillwater Elementary School's student population of 491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate Children
School Rankings
Stillwater 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 Stillwater 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
#447 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
65%
47%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stillwater Elementary School's ranking?
Stillwater Elementary School is ranked #447 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Stillwater Elementary School often compared to?
Stillwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Valley Elementary School, Carnation Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Stillwater Elementary School?
491 students attend Stillwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Stillwater Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stillwater Elementary School?
Stillwater Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stillwater Elementary School offer ?
Stillwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stillwater Elementary School part of?
Stillwater Elementary School is part of Riverview School District.
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