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#1656 of 2,228 schools in WA
Tumwater Hill Elementary
Elementary School · Tumwater School District
3120 Ridgeview St SW, Tumwater, WA 98512
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,656 of 2,228
In Tumwater
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
Tumwater School District
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Tumwater Hill Elementary
Elementary School in Tumwater · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tumwater Hill Elementary
Tumwater Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Tumwater, WA, part of Tumwater School District. Tumwater Hill Elementary serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Tumwater Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,656 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Tumwater Hill Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Tumwater Hill 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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Tumwater Hill Elementary — Students at Tumwater Hill Elementary score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.1%
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: 4.4/10.
How Tumwater Hill Elementary Compares
See how Tumwater Hill 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
3120 Ridgeview St SW, Tumwater, WA 98512
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tumwater Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Michael T Simmons Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OLYMPIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Olympia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MICHAEL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Olympia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tumwater, see our Tumwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Michael T Simmons Elementary Tumwater | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Thurs Co Juv Det/Tumwater West E Tumwater | 0.9 mi | — |
| ESD 113 Consortium Reengagement Program Tumwater | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| EVERGREEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Olympia | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Tumwater Middle School Tumwater | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Olympia | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Tumwater High School Tumwater | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Garfield Elementary School Olympia | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Peter G Schmidt Elementary Tumwater | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| New Market Skills Center Tumwater | 2.4 mi | — |
| Cascadia High School Tumwater | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| New Market High School Tumwater | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Capital High School Olympia | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Jefferson Middle School Olympia | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight Tumwater | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Olympia High School Olympia | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| OLYMPIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Olympia | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| SUNRISE BEACH SCHOOL Olympia | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Olympia | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| A G West Black Hills High School Tumwater | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98512 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,738
Median Home Value
$438,800
Median Rent
$1,655/mo
Population
31,291
College Educated
36.5%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
41.2
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| Armin Jahr Elementary Bremerton, WA | 5.2 |
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| Brigadoon Elementary School Federal Way, WA | 5.2 |
| Edward Zeiger Elem Puyallup, WA | 5.2 |
| Fords Prairie Elementary Centralia, WA | 5.2 |
| George T. Daniel Elementary School Kent, WA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tumwater Hill Elementary
What grades does Tumwater Hill Elementary serve?
Tumwater Hill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tumwater Hill Elementary?
Tumwater Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tumwater Hill Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tumwater Hill Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tumwater Hill Elementary rank in WA?
Tumwater Hill Elementary ranks #1,656 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Tumwater Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tumwater Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Tumwater Hill Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tumwater Hill Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tumwater Hill Elementary a charter school?
No, Tumwater Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tumwater Hill Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tumwater Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tumwater Hill Elementary?
37.1% of students at Tumwater Hill 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Thurston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (360) 709-7300
Resources & Links
District
Tumwater School District- District Enrollment
- 6,282
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
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