Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Green Gables Elementary School 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Gables Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Green Gables Elementary School's student population of 320 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Green Gables Elementary School 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 Green Gables Elementary School is 0.81, 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
#920 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
18%
5%
White
29%
48%
Hawaiian
9%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Gables Elementary School's ranking?
Green Gables Elementary School is ranked #920 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Green Gables Elementary School often compared to?
Green Gables Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brigadoon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Green Gables Elementary School?
320 students attend Green Gables Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Green Gables Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Green Gables Elementary School?
Green Gables Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Green Gables Elementary School offer ?
Green Gables Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Green Gables Elementary School part of?
Green Gables Elementary School is part of Federal Way School District.
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