Serving 455 students in grades 4-5, Saltars Point Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saltars Point Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Saltars Point Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Saltars Point 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 Saltars Point Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1139 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
7%
5%
White
45%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Saltars Point Elementary School's ranking?
Saltars Point Elementary School is ranked #1139 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Saltars Point Elementary School often compared to?
Saltars Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherrydale Elementary School, Lake Louise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Saltars Point Elementary School?
455 students attend Saltars Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Saltars Point Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saltars Point Elementary School?
Saltars Point Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Saltars Point Elementary School offer ?
Saltars Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saltars Point Elementary School part of?
Saltars Point Elementary School is part of Steilacoom Hist. School District.
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