Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chain Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to 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 and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chain Lake Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Rankings
Chain Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chain Lake Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#541 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
9%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Monroe School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chain Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Chain Lake Elementary School is ranked #541 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Chain Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Chain Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chain Lake Elementary School?
434 students attend Chain Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Chain Lake Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chain Lake Elementary School?
Chain Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chain Lake Elementary School offer ?
Chain Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chain Lake Elementary School part of?
Chain Lake Elementary School is part of Monroe School District.
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