ELK PLAIN SCHOOL OF CHOICE
Elk Plain School of Choice is a public elementary school that is part of the Bethel School District school district, located in Spanaway, WA with about 592 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 31 teachers, Elk Plain School of Choice has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Elk Plain School of Choice, located in Spanaway, Washington, is a distinctive educational institution within the Bethel School District that operates on a model of "choice" rather than traditional neighborhood enrollment. Unlike conventional schools, it functions as a parent-partnered program, emphasizing a strong collaborative relationship between educators and families. The school is designed for parents who wish to take an active, hands-on role in their children's daily learning process, offering a personalized academic environment that integrates school-based instruction with guided home-based work.
The school’s curriculum is structured to provide flexibility while maintaining state educational standards, making it a popular option for families seeking a customized approach to K-8 education. By fostering a small, community-oriented atmosphere, Elk Plain encourages active parent participation in the classroom and curriculum delivery. Its unique structure supports students who may thrive in smaller, more intimate learning settings, prioritizing parental involvement as a core pillar of the student’s overall success and development.
For more information, contact Elk Plain School of Choice at (253) 638-7900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Spanaway, WA 98397-7511
(253) 638-7900
http://ep.bethelsd.org
ELK PLAIN SCHOOL OF CHOICE is a public school in Spanaway, WA with about 592 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Bethel School District
- Total Students:
- 592
- Teachers:
- 31.98
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 592 students
- White
- 61.7%
- Two or more races
- 15.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 13.3%
- Black or African American
- 6.3%
- Asian
- 2.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 51.4%
- Male
- 48.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.