Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tukwila 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 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tukwila Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tukwila Elementary School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
The Best and The Brightest
School Rankings
Tukwila 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 Tukwila Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#1514 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
9%
Hispanic
36%
27%
Black
20%
5%
White
13%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Tukwila School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tukwila Elementary School's ranking?
Tukwila Elementary School is ranked #1514 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Tukwila Elementary School often compared to?
Tukwila Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thorndyke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Tukwila Elementary School?
458 students attend Tukwila Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Tukwila Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tukwila Elementary School?
Tukwila Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tukwila Elementary School offer ?
Tukwila Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tukwila Elementary School part of?
Tukwila Elementary School is part of Tukwila School District.
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