Very Good
#569 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 26% in state
Ancient Lakes Elementary
Elementary School · Quincy School District
417 C Street SE, Quincy, WA 98848
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#569 of 2,228
In Quincy
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Quincy School District
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Ancient Lakes Elementary
Ancient Lakes Elementary is a public elementary school in Quincy, WA, part of Quincy School District. Ancient Lakes Elementary serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ancient Lakes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #569 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Ancient Lakes Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ancient Lakes Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Ancient Lakes Elementary — Students at Ancient Lakes Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Ancient Lakes Elementary Compares
See how Ancient Lakes Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
417 C Street SE, Quincy, WA 98848
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ancient Lakes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mountain View Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Columbia Ridge Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Ephrata), with a comparable rating. Additionally, George Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 11.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Quincy Middle School Quincy | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Pioneer Elementary Quincy | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Quincy Innovation Academy Quincy | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Quincy Innovation Academy Big Picture Quincy | 0.4 mi | — |
| Mountain View Elementary Quincy | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Quincy High School Quincy | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Monument Elementary Quincy | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| George Elementary Quincy | 11.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Palisades Elementary School Palisades | 12.9 mi | — |
| Parkway School Ephrata | 14.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Grant Elementary Ephrata | 15.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Ephrata Middle School Ephrata | 14.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Ephrata High School Ephrata | 15.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Sage Hills Open Doors Youth Re-Engagement Program Ephrata | 15.1 mi | — |
| Beezley Springs Elementary Ephrata | 15.2 mi | — |
| Columbia Ridge Elementary Ephrata | 15.4 mi | 6.7 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ephrata | 15.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Tiger Cubs ECEAP Ephrata | 15.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Rock Island Elementary Rock Island | 17.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Soap Lake Elementary Soap Lake | 19.3 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98848 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,133
Median Home Value
$308,800
Median Rent
$1,035/mo
Population
13,014
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burnt Bridge Creek Elementary Sch Vancouver, WA | 7.6 |
| Colbert Elementary School Colbert, WA | 7.6 |
| Continuous Curriculum School Spokane, WA | 7.6 |
| Crescent Heights Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 7.6 |
| Evergreen Elementary Lakebay, WA | 7.6 |
| Holmes Elementary Spokane, WA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ancient Lakes Elementary
What grades does Ancient Lakes Elementary serve?
Ancient Lakes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ancient Lakes Elementary?
Ancient Lakes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ancient Lakes Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ancient Lakes Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ancient Lakes Elementary rank in WA?
Ancient Lakes Elementary ranks #569 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Ancient Lakes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ancient Lakes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ancient Lakes Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ancient Lakes Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Ancient Lakes Elementary a charter school?
No, Ancient Lakes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ancient Lakes Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ancient Lakes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ancient Lakes Elementary?
74.6% of students at Ancient Lakes Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Grant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.6%
- Phone
- (509) 787-8950
Resources & Links
District
Quincy School District- District Enrollment
- 3,202
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,223
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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