Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Island Park Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Island Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Island Park Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
School Motto
All Learners Honored, Included, Challenged, and Empowered.
School Rankings
Island Park Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Island Park Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#13 out of 2088 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
9%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
56%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
7%
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 Island Park Elementary School's ranking?
Island Park Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Island Park Elementary School?
361 students attend Island Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Island Park Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Island Park Elementary School?
Island Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Island Park Elementary School offer ?
Island Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Island Park Elementary School part of?
Island Park Elementary School is part of Mercer Island School District.
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