Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bonney Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bonney Lake Elementary serves the eastern part of the Sumner, WA school district, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 2.5 miles to the farthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonney Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bonney Lake Elementary School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bonney Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonney Lake Elementary School is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#305 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonney Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Bonney Lake Elementary School is ranked #305 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bonney Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Bonney Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Victor Falls Elementary School, Foothills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Bonney Lake Elementary School?
435 students attend Bonney Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bonney Lake Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonney Lake Elementary School?
Bonney Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bonney Lake Elementary School offer ?
Bonney Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bonney Lake Elementary School part of?
Bonney Lake Elementary School is part of Sumner-Bonney Lake School District.
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