Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rainier View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 90% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rainier View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rainier View Elementary School's student population of 239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rainier View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rainier View Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#1164 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
38%
5%
White
10%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rainier View Elementary School's ranking?
Rainier View Elementary School is ranked #1164 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Rainier View Elementary School often compared to?
Rainier View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Rainier View Elementary School?
239 students attend Rainier View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Rainier View Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rainier View Elementary School?
Rainier View Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Rainier View Elementary School offer ?
Rainier View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rainier View Elementary School part of?
Rainier View Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Rainier View Elementary School located?
Rainier View Elementary School is located in the Rainier View neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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