Serving 587 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Bay 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 50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Bay Elementary School's student population of 587 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
South Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Bay Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#586 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
57%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Bay Elementary School's ranking?
South Bay Elementary School is ranked #586 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend South Bay Elementary School?
587 students attend South Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Bay Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Bay Elementary School?
South Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Bay Elementary School offer ?
South Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Bay Elementary School part of?
South Bay Elementary School is part of North Thurston School District.
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