Serving 19 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Anderson Island Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson Island Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Anderson Island Elementary School's student population of 19 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Nurturing a love for nature and learning
School Rankings
The diversity score of Anderson Island Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
61%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Hispanic
11%
27%
White
63%
47%
Two or more races
26%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Anderson Island Elementary School?
19 students attend Anderson Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Anderson Island Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson Island Elementary School?
Anderson Island Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anderson Island Elementary School offer ?
Anderson Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson Island Elementary School part of?
Anderson Island Elementary School is part of Steilacoom Hist. School District.
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