Serving 793 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glacier Park 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 66% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher 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 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glacier Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glacier Park Elementary School's student population of 793 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
793 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glacier Park 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 Glacier Park Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#270 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
51%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Glacier Park Elementary School's ranking?
Glacier Park Elementary School is ranked #270 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Glacier Park Elementary School often compared to?
Glacier Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Wilderness Elementary School, Cedar River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Glacier Park Elementary School?
793 students attend Glacier Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Glacier Park Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glacier Park Elementary School?
Glacier Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Glacier Park Elementary School offer ?
Glacier Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Glacier Park Elementary School part of?
Glacier Park Elementary School is part of Tahoma School District.
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