Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northlake 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northlake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Northlake Elementary School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 8, 2025
School Rankings
Northlake Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northlake Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1170 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
30%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northlake Elementary School's ranking?
Northlake Elementary School is ranked #1170 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Northlake Elementary School often compared to?
Northlake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Gray Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Northlake Elementary School?
322 students attend Northlake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Northlake Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northlake Elementary School?
Northlake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Northlake Elementary School offer ?
Northlake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northlake Elementary School part of?
Northlake Elementary School is part of Longview School District.
In what neighborhood is Northlake Elementary School located?
Northlake Elementary School is located in the Old West Side neighborhood of Longview, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Old West Side.
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