Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olalla Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olalla Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Olalla Elementary School's student population of 279 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olalla 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 Olalla Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#607 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
11%
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 Olalla Elementary School's ranking?
Olalla Elementary School is ranked #607 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Olalla Elementary School often compared to?
Olalla Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mullenix Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Olalla Elementary School?
279 students attend Olalla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Olalla Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olalla Elementary School?
Olalla Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Olalla Elementary School offer ?
Olalla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Olalla Elementary School part of?
Olalla Elementary School is part of South Kitsap School District.
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