Serving 460 students in grades 1-3, Lake Tapps 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Tapps Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Tapps Elementary School's student population of 460 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
Educating every child for confidence today, and contribution tomorrow.
School Rankings
Lake Tapps 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 Tapps Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#244 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
5%
5%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Tapps Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Tapps Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lake Tapps Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Tapps Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dieringer Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lake Tapps Elementary School?
460 students attend Lake Tapps Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lake Tapps Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Tapps Elementary School?
Lake Tapps Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Tapps Elementary School offer ?
Lake Tapps Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Tapps Elementary School part of?
Lake Tapps Elementary School is part of Dieringer School District.
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