Serving 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rainier Elementary School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rainier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rainier Elementary School's student population of 620 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Rainier Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rainier Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#715 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
15%
5%
White
38%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
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 Rainier Elementary School's ranking?
Rainier Elementary School is ranked #715 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Rainier Elementary School often compared to?
Rainier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beachwood Elementary School, Lowell Elementary School, Sherman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Rainier Elementary School?
620 students attend Rainier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Rainier Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rainier Elementary School?
Rainier Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Rainier Elementary School offer ?
Rainier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rainier Elementary School part of?
Rainier Elementary School is part of Clover Park School District.
In what neighborhood is Rainier Elementary School located?
Rainier Elementary School is located in the Clarkdale neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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