Serving 923 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Wilderness Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Wilderness Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Wilderness Elementary School's student population of 923 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
923 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Wilderness Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Wilderness 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
#259 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Wilderness Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Wilderness Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lake Wilderness Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Wilderness Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier Park Elementary School, Cedar River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lake Wilderness Elementary School?
923 students attend Lake Wilderness Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lake Wilderness Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Wilderness Elementary School?
Lake Wilderness Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Wilderness Elementary School offer ?
Lake Wilderness Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Wilderness Elementary School part of?
Lake Wilderness Elementary School is part of Tahoma School District.
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