Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Star Lake 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher 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: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Star Lake Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Motto
In an environment of high expectations, high support, and no excuses, the staff of Star Lake Elementary School will continually learn, lead, utilize data, and collaborate to ensure our scholars have a voice, a dream, and a bright future.
School Rankings
Star Lake 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 Star Lake Elementary School is 0.82, 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
#1149 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
9%
Hispanic
30%
27%
Black
14%
5%
White
15%
47%
Hawaiian
10%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Federal Way School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Star Lake Elementary School is ranked #1149 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Star Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Star Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adelaide Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Star Lake Elementary School?
434 students attend Star Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Star Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Star Lake Elementary School?
Star Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Star Lake Elementary School offer ?
Star Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Star Lake Elementary School part of?
Star Lake Elementary School is part of Federal Way School District.
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