Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Chambers Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chambers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Chambers Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chambers Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chambers Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#356 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
13%
5%
White
43%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chambers Elementary School's ranking?
Chambers Elementary School is ranked #356 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Chambers Elementary School often compared to?
Chambers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chambers Elementary School?
473 students attend Chambers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Chambers Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chambers Elementary School?
Chambers Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chambers Elementary School offer ?
Chambers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Chambers Elementary School part of?
Chambers Elementary School is part of University Place School District.
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