Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tillicum Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tillicum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tillicum Elementary School's student population of 272 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Motto
Creating Promising Futures.
School Rankings
Tillicum Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tillicum Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1736 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
41%
27%
Black
7%
5%
White
25%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tillicum Elementary School's ranking?
Tillicum Elementary School is ranked #1736 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Tillicum Elementary School?
272 students attend Tillicum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Tillicum Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tillicum Elementary School?
Tillicum Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tillicum Elementary School offer ?
Tillicum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tillicum Elementary School part of?
Tillicum Elementary School is part of Clover Park School District.
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