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Olympic View Elementary School

Elementary School · Federal Way School District

2626 SW 327TH ST, Federal Way, WA 98023

Enrollment

474

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#2,131 of 2,228

In Federal Way

#23 of 29

public schools

In district

#34 of 41

Federal Way School District

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Olympic View Elementary School

3.5/10

Elementary School in Federal Way · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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5.9/10

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About Olympic View Elementary School

Olympic View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Federal Way, WA, part of Federal Way School District. Olympic View Elementary School serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Olympic View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,131 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Olympic View Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.4
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Olympic View Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.1% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-37.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.4 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,898
Chronic Absenteeism48.9%

Olympic View Elementary School — Students at Olympic View Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 31.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 34.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.6% (2024 SBA)

Based on 36 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
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
18.6%
ELA
23%
2024
Math
13.6%
ELA
20.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.

How Olympic View Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.5/10
4th percentile in WA
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.9%

Location

2626 SW 327TH ST, Federal Way, WA 98023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Olympic View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. N.E. Tacoma Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crescent Heights Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Twin Lakes Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Federal Way, see our Federal Way schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Decatur High School Federal Way 0.5 mi 4.8
Employment Transition Program Federal Way 0.5 mi 5.9
Silver Lake Elementary School Federal Way 0.7 mi 4.0
Brigadoon Elementary School Federal Way 0.9 mi 5.2
Lakota Middle School Federal Way 0.9 mi 4.6
Technology Access Foundation Academy at Saghalie Federal Way 1.0 mi 3.5
Adelaide Elementary School Federal Way 1.4 mi 3.6
Twin Lakes Elementary School Federal Way 1.1 mi 6.2
Sherwood Forest Elementary School Federal Way 1.5 mi 4.8
Green Gables Elementary School Federal Way 1.3 mi 5.8
FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma 1.9 mi 7.8
N.E. Tacoma Elementary School Tacoma 1.9 mi 7.7
Lake Grove Elementary School Federal Way 1.7 mi 4.7
Enterprise Elementary School Federal Way 2.0 mi 3.7
Crescent Heights Elementary School Tacoma 1.9 mi 7.6
Panther Lake Elementary School Federal Way 1.9 mi 3.1
Meeker Middle School Tacoma 1.9 mi 6.1
ST LUKES SCHOOL Federal Way 2.0 mi 5.1
Support School Federal Way 2.0 mi 6.4
Federal Way Running Start Home School Federal Way 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,960

Median Home Value

$545,600

Median Rent

$1,875/mo

Population

49,593

College Educated

34.1%

Homeownership

66.4%

Avg Commute

33.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Olympic View Elementary School

What grades does Olympic View Elementary School serve?

Olympic View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Olympic View Elementary School?

Olympic View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Olympic View Elementary School is 15.8:1. 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 School rank in WA?

Olympic View Elementary School ranks #2,131 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Olympic View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Olympic View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Olympic View Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Olympic View Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Olympic View Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

84.4% of students at Olympic View 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
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.9%

District

Federal Way School District
District Enrollment
21,818
Schools in District
46
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,898
District Rank
#34 of 41

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