Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dieringer Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dieringer Heights 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
Dieringer Heights Elementary School's student population of 441 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dieringer Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dieringer Heights Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#235 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dieringer Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Dieringer Heights Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Dieringer Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Dieringer Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Tapps Elementary School, North Tapps Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Dieringer Heights Elementary School?
441 students attend Dieringer Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Dieringer Heights Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dieringer Heights Elementary School?
Dieringer Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dieringer Heights Elementary School offer ?
Dieringer Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dieringer Heights Elementary School part of?
Dieringer Heights Elementary School is part of Dieringer School District.
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