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Seven Oaks Elementary School

Public | PK-6 | 646 students

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Posted August 10, 2012

I attended Seven Oaks elementary school from second grade to sixth, and I loved every minute I was attending that school. I had attended several schools prior and to be honest, I cant even remember their names. Seven Oaks is without a doubt the best elementary school in the school district, and anyone thinking of enrolling a child into an elementary has got to put Seven Oaks down on their 'to be seriously considered' list.


Posted October 15, 2011

I have three children that are attending Seven Oaks elementary school for the first year, (3rd Grade and 6th grade). My children attended their primary schooling to this point under the german school system, and we were concerned with their shift into English schools. The teachers and staff have been so understanding and supportive. They have communicated with us consistently as to how we can best support them as parents at home. My oldest son could not have been luckier to recieve Mr Bittrick for the 6th grade. He is an incredible teacher. My children are enthousiastic about school, and receive the additional support that they need to excell. we would choose this school over again, with the knowledge that we have now about the area. We have experienced no problems what so ever with bullying, or anything else derogatory. We are extremely pleased with our good fortune in finding this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 21, 2010

I don't know why this is currently rated a 5. It's a wonderful school. My daughter attended their preschool there and I'd be happy to have her attend elementary school there!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 1, 2008

My son had issues at previous schools, but within 2 months of him going to Seven Oaks, he was placed on an IEP, receiving the benefits I had been trying to get him for three years. I am so glad he is a student at Seven Oaks, where the teachers and other staff actually listen to a parent's concerns and do what is best for the child.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 3, 2008

I have two kids attending this school. One is in third grade and one is in sixth grade. They use a two year per teacher program which I think is great. Kids get to know their teachers better than having to switch teachers every year. I think this gives the teachers the ability to learn more about each child and can adapt better to a childs strength or weakness. This is great especially when you get a really good teacher, such as the case with my sixth grader. Not quite as good when you get a teacher that isn't one of your favorites. However, overall, I really like this idea and hope it catches on more throughout different school districts.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 8, 2006

Seven Oaks is a very family oriented school with lots of wonderful staff that make each child important. My first child, my daughter attended here from Pre-scool starting at age 4 and graduated 6th grade at age 11. Now we live in a different area and my son is waivered to Seven Oaks. We love this school and the two-year cycle works out great! The parent not only gets to know the child and the child knowing the teacher, but it is nice for the parents as well. An example of how wonderful the staff is, my daughter almost in 11th grade ramins in contact with her 5th/6th grade teacher at least monthly. You get to know what the routine with each teacher and you only have to adjust 3 times rather than 6. I highly suggest this elementary school to any one considering attending. I rate this school #1!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 29, 2005

My daughter just recently started attending this school and I am impressed so far.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 22, 2005

Seven Oaks has a phenomanal 'looping' program. From 1-6th grade each child will only have three teachers! For each two years the have the same teacher. This provides a great amount of continuity for the children as well as teachers. the principal, Ron Sisson, is very supportive of staff, students, and parents alike. All staff are very friendly and make themselves available for any parental concerns. There are very dedicated volunteers on a daily and weekly basis. Being that this school has the highest number of 'waivered' (not the childs home school) students in the district says alot in itself. Respect amoung the students is highly regarded and practiced with the schools FRED principals(fairness,resposibility,empathy, dignity)
—Submitted by V Greer, a parent


Posted April 21, 2005

My child came into this school from another nearby and I was a bit nervous about him having the same teacher for two years in a row, however now that he is here and his teacher is great, I can't imagine anything else. Not only does it eliminate first day of school jitters by allowing the kids to already feel comfortable in the class knowing their peers and teacher, but it allows the teacher to get to know how the students learn and their individual needs. I love this school, the staff and voulenteer involvement is the best and I can't wait for my other children to start here as well. Highly recomended!
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

86 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
65%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

86 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
67%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

75 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
49%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

75 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
58%

2010

 
 
63%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 61% in 2012.

75 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
53%

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
59%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
49%

2010

 
 
41%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
46%

2010

 
 
71%
Science

The state average for Science was 66% in 2012.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
36%

2010

 
 
26%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

92 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
47%

2011

 
 
56%

2010

 
 
47%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

92 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
54%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
63%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students76%
Female69%
Male84%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic56%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White81%
Low income70%
Not low income81%
Special educationn/a
Not special education81%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students75%
Female73%
Male76%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic63%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White83%
Low income70%
Not low income78%
Special educationn/a
Not special education78%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students49%
Female39%
Male62%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic50%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White56%
Low income34%
Not low income65%
Special educationn/a
Not special education51%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students88%
Female90%
Male85%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic81%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White97%
Low income84%
Not low income92%
Special educationn/a
Not special education92%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students53%
Female68%
Male35%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic63%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White44%
Low income42%
Not low income65%
Special educationn/a
Not special education56%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students71%
Female77%
Male63%
Black50%
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islander70%
Hispanic57%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White79%
Low income57%
Not low income80%
Special education14%
Not special education78%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students71%
Female80%
Male61%
Black60%
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islander80%
Hispanic57%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White77%
Low income63%
Not low income77%
Special education36%
Not special education76%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students61%
Female66%
Male56%
Black30%
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islander70%
Hispanic43%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White72%
Low income53%
Not low income67%
Special education43%
Not special education64%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students47%
Female48%
Male46%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic32%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White57%
Low income50%
Not low income45%
Special education0%
Not special education53%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students54%
Female63%
Male46%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic41%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White60%
Low income47%
Not low income59%
Special education0%
Not special education62%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 56% 64%
Asian/Pacific Islander 15% 9%
Hispanic 13% 16%
Black 12% 6%
Native American 3% 3%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 39%N/A42%
Special education 16%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 5%N/A8%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 17N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 13N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 68%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010
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1800 Seven Oaks Dr SE
Lacey, WA 98503
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Phone: (360) 412-4700

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