BLACK LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Black Lake Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tumwater School District school district, located in Olympia, WA with about 405 students offering grade levels from 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 24 teachers, Black Lake Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Black Lake Elementary School is a public school located in Olympia, Washington, serving students within the Tumwater School District. Situated in a suburban-rural transition area, the school focuses on fostering a supportive, community-centered environment where staff prioritize academic growth alongside the social-emotional development of their students. The school emphasizes foundational learning, offering a curriculum designed to prepare children for success in the later grades through collaborative teaching practices and active engagement with families.

As a community-focused institution, Black Lake Elementary prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships with parents and the surrounding neighborhood. The school utilizes its location near the Black Lake area to provide a welcoming atmosphere, often integrating local values into its school culture. With a commitment to inclusivity and student achievement, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous academic standards with extracurricular opportunities that encourage creativity and physical well-being.

For more information, contact Black Lake Elementary at (360) 709-7350 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.