Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Black Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Black Lake Elementary School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Black Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Lake Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#394 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Black Lake Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Black Lake Elementary School?
397 students attend Black Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Black Lake Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black Lake Elementary School?
Black Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Black Lake Elementary School offer ?
Black Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Black Lake Elementary School part of?
Black Lake Elementary School is part of Tumwater School District.
School Reviews
5 10/20/2020
Black Lake Elementary is top-notch. From the Principal down to Kinder teachers, the kindness and care for our students is evident.
2 10/27/2014
If you have a child that needs an IEP or other accomidations do not send your child to Blacklake! I have yet to talk to a parent that has a professional experience with them. Not only was I flat out lied to on several occasions, they also by their own admission did IEPs wrong and incorrectly gathered data for evaluations. If you need to deal with the school or the district always bring witnesses. On several occasions I needed my witnesses to stand up and say what really happened. Protect yourself and your special child and find another district if you can. My experience has been devastating.
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