Serving 389 students in grades 4-6, Royal Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royal Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Royal Intermediate School's student population of 389 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Royal Intermediate 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 Royal Intermediate School is 0.29, 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
#1423 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
83%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
16%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royal Intermediate School's ranking?
Royal Intermediate School is ranked #1423 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Royal Intermediate School?
389 students attend Royal Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Royal Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Royal Intermediate School?
Royal Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Royal Intermediate School offer ?
Royal Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Royal Intermediate School part of?
Royal Intermediate School is part of Royal School District.
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