Below Average
#1862 of 2,228 schools in WA
Thorndyke Elementary
Elementary School · Tukwila School District
4415 S 150TH ST, Tukwila, WA 98168
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,862 of 2,228
In Tukwila
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Tukwila School District
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Thorndyke Elementary
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About Thorndyke Elementary
Thorndyke Elementary is a public elementary school in Tukwila, WA, part of Tukwila School District. Thorndyke Elementary serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Thorndyke Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,862 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Thorndyke Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Thorndyke Elementary 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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Thorndyke Elementary — Students at Thorndyke Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 4.1/10.
How Thorndyke Elementary Compares
See how Thorndyke Elementary 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
4415 S 150TH ST, Tukwila, WA 98168
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thorndyke Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McMicken Heights Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Seatac), which scores notably higher. Another option is Impact | Salish Sea Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lakeridge Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Seattle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tukwila, see our Tukwila schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Showalter Middle School Tukwila | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Foster Senior High School Tukwila | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Impact Public Schools Tukwila | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Impact | Salish Sea Elementary Tukwila | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| McMicken Heights Elementary Seatac | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Tukwila Elementary Tukwila | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Cascade View Elementary Tukwila | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| ACADEMY SCHOOLS Tukwila | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Valley View Early Childhood Center Seatac | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Glacier Middle School Seatac | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Bow Lake Elementary Seatac | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| SEATTLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Seatac | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Tyee High School Seatac | 2.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Chinook Middle School Seatac | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Rainier View Elementary School Seattle | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Campbell Hill Elementary School Seattle | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Hilltop Elementary Seattle | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Talley High School Seattle | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Lakeridge Elementary School Seattle | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Emerson Elementary School Seattle | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98168 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,937
Median Home Value
$500,600
Median Rent
$1,724/mo
Population
34,814
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
38
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| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spokane, WA | 4.7 |
| Adams Elementary Wapato, WA | 4.7 |
| Artz Fox Elementary Mabton, WA | 4.7 |
| Bow Lake Elementary Seatac, WA | 4.7 |
| Cascadia Elementary Ferndale, WA | 4.7 |
| Finley Elementary Kennewick, WA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thorndyke Elementary
What grades does Thorndyke Elementary serve?
Thorndyke Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Thorndyke Elementary?
Thorndyke Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thorndyke Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Thorndyke Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thorndyke Elementary rank in WA?
Thorndyke Elementary ranks #1,862 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Thorndyke Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Thorndyke Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Thorndyke Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thorndyke Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Thorndyke Elementary a charter school?
No, Thorndyke Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thorndyke Elementary a Title I school?
No, Thorndyke Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thorndyke Elementary?
91.7% of students at Thorndyke 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.7%
- Phone
- (206) 901-7600
Resources & Links
District
Tukwila School District- District Enrollment
- 2,828
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,639
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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