Serving 333 students in grades 5-8, Rainier Prep 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 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rainier Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Rainier Prep's student population of 333 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Rainier Prep 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 Prep is 0.63, 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
#1045 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
54%
5%
White
5%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Prep's ranking?
Rainier Prep is ranked #1045 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Rainier Prep often compared to?
Rainier Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Orca K-8 School, Summit Public School Atlas, Mercer International Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Rainier Prep?
333 students attend Rainier Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Rainier Prep students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rainier Prep?
Rainier Prep has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Rainier Prep offer ?
Rainier Prep offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rainier Prep part of?
Rainier Prep is part of Rainier Prep Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Rainier Prep located?
Rainier Prep is located in the Highline neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 11 other public schools located in Highline.
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