Summary:
This analysis examines three K-5 elementary schools (Stillwater Elementary, Cherry Valley Elementary School, and Carnation Elementary School) in the Carnation/Duvall area within the Riverview School District, all of which consistently outperform Washington state averages in English, math, and science.
Cherry Valley Elementary School stands out as the top performer, ranking in the 87th percentile statewide with the highest proficiency rates in English (72.5%) and math (68.2%), while Stillwater Elementary excels notably in science (74.03%) and shows strong recent improvement. Carnation Elementary School, which also offers Pre-K, operates with the highest per-student spending and the smallest class sizes but has the lowest academic rankings among the three.
Key takeaways for parents include the district's particular strength in science instruction and a common dip in fifth-grade math scores across all schools. The steady rise in rankings at Cherry Valley Elementary School is notable, and the significant resources at Carnation Elementary School may be a factor for families to consider alongside test scores. Overall, families in the Riverview School District have access to elementary schools that are strong performers compared to the rest of the state.
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