Marvista Elementary is a public elementary school in Normandy Park, Washington, serving 536 students in grades PK-5. As part of the Highline School District, which is ranked 192 out of 247 districts in the state, Marvista stands out as a relatively high-performing school with a diverse student population.
Marvista Elementary consistently outperforms the Highline School District and the state of Washington in academic proficiency, with 55.16% of its students proficient or better in SBAC/English Language Arts, compared to 35.54% for the district and 52.63% for the state. The school's performance is particularly strong in certain student subgroups, such as White students and African American students, who rank in the top quartile of Washington elementary schools. Marvista's student population is also more diverse than some nearby schools, with a racial makeup of 47.2% White, 11.57% African American, 19.03% Hispanic, 4.48% Asian, and 14.55% two or more races.
While Marvista's overall academic performance is strong, there are some disparities in the performance of different student subgroups, such as Hispanic students and students with special needs, who tend to perform below the school's average and the state's averages. Additionally, Marvista is located in close proximity to North Hill Elementary, a higher-performing school within the Highline School District, which may provide opportunities for collaboration and shared best practices. By addressing these challenges and leveraging its strengths, Marvista can continue to provide a quality education for its diverse student population.
Highline School District
Students at Marvista Elementary are 47% White, 19% Hispanic, 15% Two or more races, 12% African American, 4% Asian, 2% Pacific Islander, 1% American Indian.
Marvista Elementary ranks 451st of 1168 Washington elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.
In the 2022-23 school year, 536 students attended Marvista Elementary.
Students who attend Marvista Elementary usually go on to attend:Middle : Sylvester Middle SchoolHigh : Mount Rainier High School