About Lydia Hawk
Welcome to Lydia Hawk Elementary!
We are the home of the Hawks and serve preschool through 5th grade in Lacey, WA. At Lydia Hawk, our mission is learning for all, whatever it takes. Our teachers actively design instruction to meet the needs of our diverse community. We hold our students and ourselves to high expectations, and along with academic skills, we aim to provide all our students with the competence, courage, and character to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
Our school follows SOAR Expectations of Safety, Ownership, Aim high, and Respect. Following these expectations and practicing leadership habits, staff and students work together to make our school a great place to learn and grow.
Grades Served
Transitional kindergarten–5th
Building
Opened in 1959.
School Data
For enrollment, demographics, student performance, and other numbers, see our Washington State Report Card.
Survey Results
Learn what our community sees as Lydia Hawk's greatest strengths and challenges as we plan for the future.
Community Partners
Thank you to our community partner, Thurston County Food Bank!
Get Involved
Lydia Hawk values the strong support of our families, alumni, and community. Volunteer opportunities include mentoring, tutoring, participating in events and field trips, helping in the classroom, and more.
Goals & School Improvement Plan
Academic Gap Goal
By May 2026, 80% of Hispanic/Latino students will demonstrate growth of at least 1 level, as measured by a 4-point rubric aligned to Common Core State Standards, from the pre-assessment in October 2025 to the post-assessment in April 2026. Students who scored a 4 on the rubric will maintain their level. Students will explain their mathematical understanding, problem-solving, and reasoning when solving grade-level selected Stepping Stones task(s).
Behavioral or Social-Emotional Learning Gap Goal
By April 2026, the chronic absenteeism rate for our students with disabilities will decrease from 44.4% to 39%. We will measure this progress through weekly attendance data analysis and monthly reports. By mid-year, we expect to see a positive trend in attendance. The plan includes but is not limited to personalized communication with families, providing access to community resources, a mentor/mentee program, and a reward system.
School Improvement Plan
Building History
Lydia Hawk Elementary was built in 1959 on 14.7 acres. It is located at 7600 5th Avenue SE in the Tanglewilde neighborhood of Lacey. The 41,772 square foot building includes 22 instructional spaces, plus 12 portable classrooms.
- In 1989, the gymnasium was built.
- In 2000, the original building was completely demolished and rebuilt (excluding the newer gym), and a play shed was built, utilizing local bond and state assistance funds.
Our school was named after Lydia Jane Hawk Mayes, born in 1862, daughter of John Hawk, who was the founder of the Hawks Prairie area of Thurston County.