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#899 of 2,228 schools in WA

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Olympic View Elementary

Elementary School · North Thurston Public Schools

1330 Horne Ave NE, Lacey, WA 98516

Enrollment

609

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#899 of 2,228

In Lacey

#9 of 24

public schools

In district

#9 of 24

North Thurston Public Schools

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Olympic View Elementary

6.8/10

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

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5.9/10

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About Olympic View Elementary

Olympic View Elementary is a public elementary school in Lacey, WA, part of North Thurston Public Schools. Olympic View Elementary serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Olympic View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #899 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Olympic View Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% 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 Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.7% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,096
Chronic Absenteeism13.6%

Olympic View Elementary — Students at Olympic View Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 64.6% (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
72%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
45.5%
ELA
53%
2024
Math
53.9%
ELA
54.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.

How Olympic View Elementary Compares

See how Olympic View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in WA
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

Location

1330 Horne Ave NE, Lacey, WA 98516

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Olympic View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadows Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pleasant Glade Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lacey, see our Lacey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lydia Hawk Elementary Lacey 0.8 mi 5.9
Nisqually Middle School Lacey 0.9 mi 5.3
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lacey 1.3 mi 7.2
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lacey 1.3 mi 6.0
PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lacey 1.4 mi 8.0
THE PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHOOL Lacey 1.4 mi 7.7
River Ridge High School Lacey 1.3 mi 5.3
Salish Middle School Lacey 1.8 mi 3.9
Seven Oaks Elementary Lacey 2.1 mi 6.7
POPE JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL Lacey 2.1 mi 7.5
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Lacey 2.5 mi 8.2
Lacey Elementary Lacey 2.3 mi 5.0
Meadows Elementary Lacey 2.0 mi 8.8
NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Lacey 2.0 mi 7.5
NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lacey 2.1 mi 6.3
Evergreen Forest Elementary Lacey 2.9 mi 7.3
Envision Career Academy Lacey 2.2 mi 4.7
Summit VIrtual Academy Lacey 2.2 mi 2.7
Pleasant Glade Elementary Lacey 2.2 mi 8.4
Chinook Middle School Lacey 2.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,191

Median Home Value

$528,000

Median Rent

$1,948/mo

Population

28,286

College Educated

37%

Homeownership

67.7%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

38.9

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School Rating
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Chambers Prairie Elementary School Lacey, WA 6.8
Daffodil Valley Elementary Sumner, WA 6.8
Griffin School Olympia, WA 6.8
Hawthorne Elementary School Everett, WA 6.8
Jason Lee Elementary School Richland, WA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Olympic View Elementary

What grades does Olympic View Elementary serve?

Olympic View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Olympic View Elementary?

Olympic View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Olympic View Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Olympic View Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Olympic View Elementary rank in WA?

Olympic View Elementary ranks #899 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Olympic View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Olympic View Elementary 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 Olympic View Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Olympic View Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Olympic View Elementary a charter school?

No, Olympic View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Olympic View Elementary a Title I school?

No, Olympic View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Olympic View Elementary?

46.8% of students at Olympic View 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Thurston County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

District

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

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