Serving 472 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mcauliffe Elementary serves the southeast part of Sammamish, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#34 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
58%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
28%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
8%
Showing 2010–2023. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy/Yellow
School Mascot
Challenger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is ranked #34 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School often compared to?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascadia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School?
472 students attend Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
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