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Firwood

8805 Steilacoom Blvd Sw
Lakewood, WA 98498
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 30 students in grades 4-12, Firwood ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-12
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 50% in WA
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Firwood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Firwood's student population of 30 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Firwood ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Firwood is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#846 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
<50%
41%
<50%
53%
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
15%
5%
White
58%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Firwood's ranking?
Firwood is ranked #846 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Firwood?
30 students attend Firwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Firwood students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Firwood?
Firwood has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Firwood offer ?
Firwood offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Firwood part of?
Firwood is part of Clover Park School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-12
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 50%
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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