Meadows Elementary

765 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Meadows Elementary School, located in the Woodland District of Lacey, Washington, is a community-focused public school serving students in grades K–5. As part of the North Thurston Public Schools district, the school is recognized for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The faculty emphasizes a balanced curriculum that integrates core academics with social-emotional learning, aiming to prepare students not only for academic success but also for responsible citizenship within their community.

The school is situated in a quiet residential area, which contributes to its reputation as a neighborhood-centric institution that encourages strong parent and community involvement. Meadows Elementary features a variety of programs designed to support diverse learning needs, including initiatives for student enrichment and specialized educational services. With a focus on creating a welcoming atmosphere, the school prioritizes clear communication between home and classroom, ensuring that families are actively engaged in the educational journey of their children.

765

Total Students

45.2

Full-Time Teachers

16.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

39.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Meadows Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	311
Hispanic	169
Black	45
Asian	86
Two or More	133
American Indian	8
Pacific Islander	13

White
311 (40.7%)
Hispanic
169 (22.1%)
Two or More
133 (17.4%)
Asian
86 (11.2%)
Black
45 (5.9%)
Pacific Islander
13 (1.7%)
American Indian
8 (1.0%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	North Thurston Public Schools
Phone:	(360)412-4690
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	765
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	45.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	216
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	83

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 111

Kindergarten 111

Grade 1 106

Grade 2 114

Grade 3 106

Grade 4 106

Grade 5 111