Serving 733 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tambark Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher 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 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tambark Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tambark Creek Elementary School's student population of 733 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Tambark Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tambark Creek Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#26 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
68%
9%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
21%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Tambark Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Tambark Creek Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Tambark Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Tambark Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Wood Elementary School, Fernwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Tambark Creek Elementary School?
733 students attend Tambark Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Tambark Creek Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tambark Creek Elementary School?
Tambark Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tambark Creek Elementary School offer ?
Tambark Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tambark Creek Elementary School part of?
Tambark Creek Elementary School is part of Everett School District.
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