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#900 of 2,228 schools in WA

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Chambers Prairie Elementary School

Elementary School · North Thurston Public Schools

6501 Virginia St SE, Lacey, WA 98513

Enrollment

494

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#900 of 2,228

In Lacey

#10 of 24

public schools

In district

#10 of 24

North Thurston Public Schools

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Chambers Prairie Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Lacey · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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6.8/10

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About Chambers Prairie Elementary School

Chambers Prairie Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lacey, WA, part of North Thurston Public Schools. Chambers Prairie Elementary School serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Chambers Prairie Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #900 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Chambers Prairie Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.8% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.1 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,096
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Chambers Prairie Elementary School — Students at Chambers Prairie Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
40.7%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
42%
ELA
41.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.

How Chambers Prairie Elementary School Compares

See how Chambers Prairie Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in WA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Location

6501 Virginia St SE, Lacey, WA 98513

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chambers Prairie Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McKenny Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Olympia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lacey, see our Lacey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Aspire Middle School Lacey 0.7 mi 6.4
Lakes Elementary School Lacey 1.0 mi 6.8
Timberline High School Lacey 1.2 mi 6.7
Horizons Elementary Lacey 0.9 mi 7.4
TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Lacey 1.7 mi 6.9
Komachin Middle School Lacey 1.8 mi 6.4
Woodland Elementary Lacey 1.6 mi 7.8
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Lacey 2.3 mi 8.2
OLYMPIA WALDORF SCHOOL Olympia 2.1 mi 6.4
Lacey Elementary Lacey 2.6 mi 5.0
East Olympia Elementary Olympia 2.4 mi 6.7
Mountain View Elementary Lacey 2.7 mi 6.2
POPE JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL Lacey 3.2 mi 7.5
Seven Oaks Elementary Lacey 3.0 mi 6.7
PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lacey 3.5 mi 8.0
THE PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHOOL Lacey 3.5 mi 7.7
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lacey 3.6 mi 7.2
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lacey 3.6 mi 6.0
Evergreen Forest Elementary Lacey 2.9 mi 7.3
McKenny Elementary Olympia 3.0 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,270

Median Home Value

$443,300

Median Rent

$1,897/mo

Population

37,953

College Educated

32.6%

Homeownership

78.9%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

38.1

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Daffodil Valley Elementary Sumner, WA 6.8
Darrington Elementary School Darrington, WA 6.8
Griffin School Olympia, WA 6.8
Hawthorne Elementary School Everett, WA 6.8
Jason Lee Elementary School Richland, WA 6.8
Kapowsin Elementary Graham, WA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chambers Prairie Elementary School

What grades does Chambers Prairie Elementary School serve?

Chambers Prairie Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Chambers Prairie Elementary School?

Chambers Prairie Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chambers Prairie Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chambers Prairie Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chambers Prairie Elementary School rank in WA?

Chambers Prairie Elementary School ranks #900 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Chambers Prairie Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chambers Prairie Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Chambers Prairie Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chambers Prairie Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Chambers Prairie Elementary School a charter school?

No, Chambers Prairie Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Chambers Prairie Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Chambers Prairie Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chambers Prairie Elementary School?

60.1% of students at Chambers Prairie Elementary School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Thurston County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

District

North Thurston Public Schools
District Enrollment
15,197
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,096
District Rank
#10 of 24

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