Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carter Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carter Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Carter Lake Elementary School's student population of 491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carter Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carter Lake 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
#599 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
11%
5%
White
44%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Carter Lake Elementary School is ranked #599 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Carter Lake Elementary School?
491 students attend Carter Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Carter Lake Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carter Lake Elementary School?
Carter Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Carter Lake Elementary School offer ?
Carter Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carter Lake Elementary School part of?
Carter Lake Elementary School is part of Clover Park School District.
In what neighborhood is Carter Lake Elementary School located?
Carter Lake Elementary School is located in the McChord Air Force Base neighborhood of Lakewood, WA.
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