Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Star Lake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Star Lake Elementary School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Star Lake Elementary 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 Star Lake Elementary School is 0.82, 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
#1164 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
9%
Hispanic
29%
26%
Black
16%
5%
White
18%
48%
Hawaiian
7%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Star Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Star Lake Elementary School is ranked #1164 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Star Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Star Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adelaide Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Star Lake Elementary School?
413 students attend Star Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Star Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Star Lake Elementary School?
Star Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Star Lake Elementary School offer ?
Star Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Star Lake Elementary School part of?
Star Lake Elementary School is part of Federal Way School District.
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