EAST OLYMPIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

East Olympia Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Tumwater School District school district, located in Olympia, WA with about 528 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 28 teachers, East Olympia Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

East Olympia Elementary, located on Rich Road in Olympia, Washington, is a public school serving students in the Tumwater School District. Situated in a more rural, scenic part of the district, the school is known for fostering a close-knit community atmosphere. It provides a standard K-5 curriculum with a focus on foundational academic skills, social-emotional learning, and preparing students for the transition to middle school within the district’s educational pipeline.

The school emphasizes a supportive environment where staff and families work collaboratively to encourage student growth. As part of the Tumwater School District, East Olympia benefits from district-wide initiatives aimed at integrating technology into the classroom and maintaining high standards for student achievement. The campus itself reflects the community’s character, serving as a primary neighborhood hub for local families who value a traditional, smaller-school setting focused on personalized student engagement.

For more information, contact East Olympia Elementary at (360) 709-7150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.