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#1331 of 2,228 schools in WA
Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight
Elementary School · Mary M Knight School District
111 Tumwater Blvd SE Suite B203, Tumwater, WA 98501
Enrollment
694
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
694
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,331 of 2,228
In Tumwater
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Mary M Knight School District
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight
Elementary School in Tumwater · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Peter G Schmidt Elementary
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New Market Skills Center
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About Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight
Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight is a public elementary school in Tumwater, WA, part of Mary M Knight School District. Washington Connections Academy - Mary M.
Knight serves approximately 694 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,331 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight runs 24.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight — Students at Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 27 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight Compares
See how Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight 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
111 Tumwater Blvd SE Suite B203, Tumwater, WA 98501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pioneer Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Olympia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Centennial Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Olympia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Michael T Simmons Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tumwater, see our Tumwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Peter G Schmidt Elementary Tumwater | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| New Market Skills Center Tumwater | 0.5 mi | — |
| Cascadia High School Tumwater | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| New Market High School Tumwater | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Tumwater High School Tumwater | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ESD 113 Consortium Reengagement Program Tumwater | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Tumwater Middle School Tumwater | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Michael T Simmons Elementary Tumwater | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| George Bush Middle School Tumwater | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Tumwater Hill Elementary Tumwater | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Olympia High School Olympia | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SUNRISE BEACH SCHOOL Olympia | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Olympia | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| A G West Black Hills High School Tumwater | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Olympia | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Centennial Elementary Olympia | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Thurs Co Juv Det/Tumwater West E Tumwater | 2.9 mi | — |
| Washington Middle School Olympia | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| NOVA SCHOOL Olympia | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Olympia | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,695
Median Home Value
$485,200
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
46,937
College Educated
47.7%
Homeownership
60.7%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
39.5
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|---|---|
| Connell Elem Connell, WA | 5.9 |
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| Eatonville Elementary School Eatonville, WA | 5.9 |
| Emma L Carson Elementary Puyallup, WA | 5.9 |
| Lake Stickney Elementary School Lynnwood, WA | 5.9 |
| Lydia Hawk Elementary Lacey, WA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight
What grades does Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight serve?
Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight?
Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight has an enrollment of approximately 694 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight rank in WA?
Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight ranks #1,331 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight a charter school?
No, Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight a Title I school?
No, Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight?
42.2% of students at Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 694
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Thurston County
- Phone
- (360) 338-6340
Resources & Links
District
Mary M Knight School District- District Enrollment
- 880
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,673
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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