Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arlington 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Arlington Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arlington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Elementary School is 0.81, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1958 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
24%
25%
Black
18%
5%
White
26%
50%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Elementary School's ranking?
Arlington Elementary School is ranked #1958 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Arlington Elementary School often compared to?
Arlington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Arlington Elementary School?
388 students attend Arlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Arlington Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlington Elementary School?
Arlington Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Arlington Elementary School offer ?
Arlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Arlington Elementary School part of?
Arlington Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington Elementary School located?
Arlington Elementary School is located in the South Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 7 other public schools located in South Tacoma.
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