CUSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Custer Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clover Park School District school district, located in Lakewood, WA with about 319 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Custer Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Custer Elementary School, located on Steilacoom Boulevard SW in Lakewood, Washington, is a primary educational institution serving the local community within the Clover Park School District. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing foundational academic instruction to students in grades PK–5, fostering a supportive learning environment designed to meet the developmental needs of young children.

The school is known for its diverse student population and its commitment to community engagement within the Lakewood area. By emphasizing core subjects like literacy and mathematics, along with social-emotional learning, Custer Elementary aims to prepare its students for middle school success while encouraging a positive school culture centered on inclusivity, academic growth, and collaborative partnerships between educators, students, and families.

For more information, contact Custer Elementary School at (253) 583-5230 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.