Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Dolloff Elementary 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 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Dolloff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lake Dolloff Elementary School's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Dolloff Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Dolloff Elementary School is 0.83, which is more 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
#1671 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
9%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
20%
5%
White
19%
48%
Hawaiian
7%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Lake Dolloff Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Dolloff Elementary School is ranked #1671 out of 2,088 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lake Dolloff Elementary School?
486 students attend Lake Dolloff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
23% of Lake Dolloff Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Dolloff Elementary School?
Lake Dolloff Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Dolloff Elementary School offer ?
Lake Dolloff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Dolloff Elementary School part of?
Lake Dolloff Elementary School is part of Federal Way School District.
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