DOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dower 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 310 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 20 teachers, Dower Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Dower Elementary School, located at 7817 Dower RD West in Lakewood, Washington, is a public school serving students in the Clover Park School District. As a neighborhood-focused institution, it is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes both academic growth and social-emotional development for its diverse student body. The school emphasizes foundational skills in literacy and mathematics, while also integrating character education to help prepare students for success in their future schooling.

In addition to its core academic offerings, Dower Elementary is committed to building strong partnerships between educators, families, and the surrounding Lakewood community. The school environment is structured to be inclusive and encouraging, often utilizing various support programs and resources to meet the individual needs of its learners. By maintaining a focus on safety, collaboration, and academic excellence, Dower Elementary aims to provide a stable and enriching educational foundation for children in the community.

For more information, contact Dower Elementary School at (253) 583-5240 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.