Below Average
#1896 of 2,228 schools in WA
Rainier View Elementary School
Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1
11650 BEACON AV S, Seattle, WA 98178
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,896 of 2,228
In Seattle
#115 of 123
public schools
In district
#102 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Rainier View Elementary School
Rainier View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Rainier View Elementary School serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rainier View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,896 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Rainier View Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 8.2
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Rainier 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
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Rainier View Elementary School — Students at Rainier View Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.
How Rainier View Elementary School Compares
See how Rainier View Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
11650 BEACON AV S, Seattle, WA 98178
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rainier View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dunlap Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Impact | Salish Sea Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Tukwila), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lakeridge Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Campbell Hill Elementary School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Emerson Elementary School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Lakeridge Elementary School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Rainier Beach High School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| South Shore PK-8 School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Showalter Middle School Tukwila | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Alan T. Sugiyama High School Seattle | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| ACADEMY SCHOOLS Tukwila | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Dunlap Elementary School Seattle | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Foster Senior High School Tukwila | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Talley High School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Tukwila Elementary Tukwila | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Dimmitt Middle School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Thorndyke Elementary Tukwila | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Bryn Mawr Elementary School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Cascade View Elementary Tukwila | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Impact Public Schools Tukwila | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Impact | Salish Sea Elementary Tukwila | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Hilltop Elementary Seattle | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Wing Luke Elementary School Seattle | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98178 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,786
Median Home Value
$628,200
Median Rent
$1,836/mo
Population
25,929
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
40.7
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| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spokane, WA | 4.7 |
| Orcas Island Elementary School Eastsound, WA | 4.7 |
| Republic Elementary School Republic, WA | 4.7 |
| Tillicum Elementary School Lakewood, WA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rainier View Elementary School
What grades does Rainier View Elementary School serve?
Rainier View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rainier View Elementary School?
Rainier View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rainier View Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rainier View Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rainier View Elementary School rank in WA?
Rainier View Elementary School ranks #1,896 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Rainier View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rainier View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Rainier View Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rainier View Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Rainier View Elementary School a charter school?
No, Rainier View Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rainier View Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Rainier View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rainier View Elementary School?
56.5% of students at Rainier 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.0%
- Phone
- (206) 252-6700
Resources & Links
District
Seattle School District No. 1- District Enrollment
- 50,770
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,806
- District Rank
- #102 of 106
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