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Rainier Elementary School

Summary:

Rainier Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rainier, Washington, serving around 460 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Rainier School District, which is ranked 69 out of 247 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating.

Rainier Elementary stands out for its consistently strong academic performance, particularly in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math. In the 2023-2024 school year, 56.54% of Rainier students were proficient or better in ELA, compared to 52.63% statewide, and 56.07% were proficient or better in Math, compared to 41.68% statewide. Rainier's 5th-grade students performed especially well, with 59.7% proficient or better in ELA and 49.25% in Math, both exceeding state averages. The school's female students and white students also perform well, ranking in the top 25% and top 50% of Washington elementary schools, respectively. Notably, Rainier Elementary's low socioeconomic status (SES) students are a standout, ranking in the top 6% of Washington elementary schools.

Compared to nearby schools, Rainier Elementary generally outperforms its neighbors in academic proficiency, particularly in ELA and Math. However, some schools, like East Olympia Elementary, have higher overall performance in certain areas, such as Science. Additionally, while Rainier Elementary has a high percentage of white students (80.87%), nearby schools like Chambers Prairie Elementary and East Olympia Elementary have more diverse student populations.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 600 W 3rd
       Rainier, WA  98576-0098

(360) 446-4020

District: Rainier School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
414th of 1,168 Washington Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $14,502 Help


Students who attend Rainier Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Rainier Middle School
High:    Rainier Senior High School

Student/teacher ratio:  15.8 Help
Number of students:  472

Racial breakdown:

White:
78.4%
Hispanic:
12.3%
Two or more races:
6.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  47.5% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Rainier Elementary School ranks better than 64.6% of elementary schools in Washington. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 62.74. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (78.4%), Hispanic (12.3%), two or more races (6.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 47.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Rainier Elementary School is 15.8. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Rainier Elementary School is $14,502.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Rainier Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Rainier Elementary School 414th of 1168 Washington public elementary schools. (See Rainier Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Rainier School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Rainier School District 69th of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Rainier Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Rainier Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 63.28 348th 1026 66.1%
2005 35.06 720th 1031 30.2%
2006 53.37 501st 1051 52.3%
2007 46.66 598th 1069 44.1%
2008 36.28 725th 1067 32.1%
2009 29.38 818th 1072 23.7%
2010 37.39 721st 1088 33.7%
2011 30.38 845th 1092 22.6%
2012 31.54 830th 1097 24.3%
2013 29.17 855th 1106 22.7%
2015 32.27 765th 1067 28.3%
2016 38.22 684th 1053 35.0%
2017 45.14 593rd 1056 43.8%
2018 36.42 678th 1054 35.7%
2019 42.22 672nd 1130 40.5%
2021 46.06 549th 1107 50.4%
2022 52.74 517th 1169 55.8%
2023 61.34 420th 1169 64.1%
2024 62.74 414th 1168 64.6%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Rainier Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 30.99 145th 188 22.9%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Rainier Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 43.97 235th 478 50.8%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Rainier Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 35.88 580th 835 30.5%
2019 56.16 425th 979 56.6%
2021 82.01 73rd 854 91.5%
2022 60.50 321st 1019 68.5%
2023 75.24 175th 1013 82.7%
2024 86.38 58th 1024 94.3%
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Rank History for Female students at Rainier Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 37.06 653rd 1004 35.0%
2019 33.43 766th 1068 28.3%
2021 47.75 487th 1008 51.7%
2022 53.71 479th 1100 56.5%
2023 62.15 387th 1094 64.6%
2024 71.08 285th 1093 73.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Rainier Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 37.48 643rd 999 35.6%
2019 53.67 497th 1075 53.8%
2021 43.46 546th 1025 46.7%
2022 52.17 489th 1113 56.1%
2023 55.71 444th 1099 59.6%
2024 52.72 492nd 1099 55.2%
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Rank History for White students at Rainier Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 25.84 665th 833 20.2%
2019 35.19 731st 1027 28.8%
2021 33.07 651st 943 31.0%
2022 39.55 646th 1031 37.3%
2023 50.16 491st 1011 51.4%
2024 53.42 463rd 1009 54.1%
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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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by a parent
Monday, October 21, 2019

Open Quote Great small town school. This our 5th elementary school our kids have attended in 5 years. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Rainier Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1997 211 3 5 8 1 n/a n/a 0 228
1998 216 4 3 9 3 n/a n/a 0 235
1999 228 2 1 8 7 n/a n/a 0 246
2000 363 3 5 19 10 n/a n/a 0 400
2001 358 3 4 13 10 n/a n/a 0 388
2002 404 2 4 9 10 n/a n/a 0 429
2003 404 2 4 9 10 n/a n/a 0 429
2004 409 6 6 9 6 n/a n/a 0 436
2005 396 12 9 20 13 n/a n/a 0 450
2006 405 10 6 15 11 n/a n/a 8 455
2007 401 5 9 16 11 n/a n/a 15 457
2008 399 6 5 13 12 n/a n/a 16 451
2009 776 13 10 22 24 n/a n/a 24 869
2010 345 1 10 9 11 n/a n/a 24 400
2011 316 1 4 22 4 1 26 0 374
2012 266 1 4 34 4 0 34 0 343
2013 249 2 5 36 3 0 37 0 332
2014 278 1 4 36 4 1 32 0 356
2015 296 1 3 42 5 1 25 0 373
2016 274 2 3 39 1 2 23 0 344
2017 299 3 1 36 2 2 26 0 369
2018 354 1 1 39 5 1 31 0 432
2019 365 2 1 40 2 1 43 0 454
2020 391 3 0 41 4 0 38 0 477
2021 349 3 1 32 4 0 42 0 431
2022 371 2 2 41 6 0 38 0 460
2023 372 1 0 47 7 0 33 0 460
2024 370 3 0 58 8 1 32 0 472

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Rainier Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1997 228 0.5 456.0 n/a
1998 235 11.9 19.7 n/a
1999 246 11.8 20.8 n/a
2000 400 12.0 33.3 n/a
2001 388 13.5 28.7 n/a
2002 429 12.8 33.5 19.1
2003 429 12.8 33.5 19.1
2004 436 12.0 36.3 19.7
2005 450 11.7 38.5 22.4
2006 455 12.4 36.7 21.5
2007 457 13.2 34.6 21.7
2008 451 12.1 37.3 18.6
2009 869 10.5 82.8 18.6
2010 400 13.6 29.2 46.5
2011 374 12.1 30.7 50.5
2012 343 16.5 20.7 58
2013 332 14.1 23.4 59.3
2014 356 n/a n/a 64
2015 373 20.0 18.6 58.4
2016 344 21.0 16.3 57.6
2017 369 20.8 17.7 52.8
2018 432 22.5 19.2 49.8
2019 454 23.8 19.0 42.3
2020 477 27.6 17.2 41.9
2021 431 26.8 16.0 35.7
2022 460 28.8 15.9 36.3
2023 460 29.8 15.4 47.8
2024 472 29.8 15.8 47.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Rainier Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1997 228 0.5 456.0 n/a
1998 235 11.9 19.7 n/a
1999 246 11.8 20.8 n/a
2000 400 12.0 33.3 n/a
2001 388 13.5 28.7 n/a
2002 429 12.8 33.5 19.1
2003 429 12.8 33.5 19.1
2004 436 12.0 36.3 19.7
2005 450 11.7 38.5 22.4
2006 455 12.4 36.7 21.5
2007 457 13.2 34.6 21.7
2008 451 12.1 37.3 18.6
2009 869 10.5 82.8 18.6
2010 400 13.6 29.2 46.5
2011 374 12.1 30.7 50.5
2012 343 16.5 20.7 58
2013 332 14.1 23.4 59.3
2014 356 n/a n/a 64
2015 373 20.0 18.6 58.4
2016 344 21.0 16.3 57.6
2017 369 20.8 17.7 52.8
2018 432 22.5 19.2 49.8
2019 454 23.8 19.0 42.3
2020 477 27.6 17.2 41.9
2021 431 26.8 16.0 35.7
2022 460 28.8 15.9 36.3
2023 460 29.8 15.4 47.8
2024 472 29.8 15.8 47.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Kindergarten Immunization Rates

Rainier Elementary School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussisMeaslesMumpsRubellaTetanus
201681.1%0.0%1.9%3.8%86.8%88.7%92.5%84.9%86.8%88.7%
201779.1%0.0%0.0%1.5%1.5%83.6%88.1%94.0%89.6%89.6%88.1%
201878.3%0.0%1.5%1.5%7.3%88.4%91.3%89.9%85.5%89.9%91.3%
201980.0%0.0%0.0%1.7%5.0%86.7%83.3%91.7%83.3%83.3%83.3%
202091.6%0.0%0.0%3.6%1.2%96.4%92.8%97.6%97.6%92.8%100.0%100.0%100.0%92.8%
202292.1%4.0%0.0%2.6%0.0%94.7%92.1%94.7%94.7%92.1%94.7%94.7%94.7%92.1%
202389.3%2.7%0.0%1.3%0.0%94.7%92.0%96.0%92.0%92.0%94.7%94.7%94.7%92.0%
202476.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%81.3%81.3%84.0%78.7%81.3%82.7%82.7%82.7%81.3%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

Immunization Rates (Entire school)

Rainier Elementary School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201986.4%0.0%0.2%6.0%96.4%96.7%96.0%95.2%96.4%96.7%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Rainier Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $690 (6.7%) $9,652 (93.3%) $10,342
2020 $264 (3.1%) $8,306 (96.9%) $8,570
2021 $547 (4.3%) $12,125 (95.7%) $12,672
2022 $817 (5.6%) $13,685 (94.4%) $14,502

Data source: Washington Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Rainier Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 672nd of 1130 Elementary schoolsRanks 420th of 1169 Elementary schools
 23.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Rainier Elementary School)50.855.6
 4.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Rainier School District)50.855.6
 4.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Washington)56.348.9
 7.4%
3rd Grade Math (Rainier Elementary School)55.765.3
 9.5%
   3rd Grade Math (Rainier School District)55.765.3
 9.5%
   3rd Grade Math (Washington)5951.6
 7.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Rainier Elementary School)53.450
 3.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Rainier School District)53.450
 3.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.750.1
 7.6%
4th Grade Math (Rainier Elementary School)43.864.1
 20.2%
   4th Grade Math (Rainier School District)43.864.1
 20.2%
   4th Grade Math (Washington)54.949.4
 5.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Rainier Elementary School)56.950
 6.9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Rainier School District)56.950
 6.9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)61.353.8
 7.6%
5th Grade Math (Rainier Elementary School)47.743.4
 4.3%
   5th Grade Math (Rainier School District)47.743.4
 4.3%
   5th Grade Math (Washington)49.142
 7.1%
5th Grade Science (Rainier Elementary School)52.354
 1.6%
   5th Grade Science (Rainier School District)52.354
 1.6%
   5th Grade Science (Washington)54.152.3
 1.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (Rainier Elementary School)53.851.9
 1.9%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Rainier School District)54.851.8
 2.9%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Washington)6152.9
 8.1%
All Grades Math (Rainier Elementary School)48.757.1
 8.3%
   All Grades Math (Rainier School District)47.346.5
 0.7%
   All Grades Math (Washington)50.141
 9%
All Grades Science (Rainier Elementary School)52.354
 1.6%
   All Grades Science (Rainier School District)53.149.5
 3.6%
   All Grades Science (Washington)52.748.8
 4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students454460
 1.3%
African American21
 50%
American Indian27
 250%
Asian10
 100%
Hispanic4047
 17.5%
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White365372
 1.9%
Two or More Races4333
 23.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients42.3%47.8%
 5.5%

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Students at Rainier Elementary School are 78% White, 12% Hispanic, 7% Two or more races, 2% American Indian.

Rainier Elementary School ranks 414th of 1168 Washington elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Rainier Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Rainier Middle School
High : Rainier Senior High School

In the 2023-24 school year, 472 students attended Rainier Elementary School.


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