Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Discovery 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 87% (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 79% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Discovery Elementary serves the northern part of Sammamish, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles, with most students living within a 15-20 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 9 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery 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
Discovery Elementary School's student population of 508 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
Discovery 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 Discovery Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#36 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
62%
9%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
21%
47%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Elementary School's ranking?
Discovery Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Discovery Elementary School often compared to?
Discovery Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rachel Carson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% 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 Discovery Elementary School?
508 students attend Discovery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Discovery Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Elementary School?
Discovery Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Elementary School offer ?
Discovery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Elementary School part of?
Discovery Elementary School is part of Issaquah School District.
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