Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Michael T Simmons 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Michael T Simmons Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Michael T Simmons 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 Michael T Simmons Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#535 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
62%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael T Simmons Elementary School's ranking?
Michael T Simmons Elementary School is ranked #535 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Michael T Simmons Elementary School often compared to?
Michael T Simmons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Lake Elementary School, Littlerock 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 40% WA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Michael T Simmons Elementary School?
442 students attend Michael T Simmons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Michael T Simmons Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael T Simmons Elementary School?
Michael T Simmons Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Michael T Simmons Elementary School offer ?
Michael T Simmons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Michael T Simmons Elementary School part of?
Michael T Simmons Elementary School is part of Tumwater School District.
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