Serving 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carnation 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carnation Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Carnation Elementary School's student population of 376 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carnation 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 Carnation Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#324 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
70%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carnation Elementary School's ranking?
Carnation Elementary School is ranked #324 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Carnation Elementary School often compared to?
Carnation Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stillwater Elementary School, Discovery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Carnation Elementary School?
376 students attend Carnation Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Carnation Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carnation Elementary School?
Carnation Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Carnation Elementary School offer ?
Carnation Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carnation Elementary School part of?
Carnation Elementary School is part of Riverview School District.
School Reviews
5 8/9/2010
I was a student at Carnation Elementary a few years ago. It was a amazing school with nice teachers. I learned alot from Carnation Elementary and would Recommend this school to anyone!!!
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