Serving 478 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Blackwell Elementary serves the southeast part of Sammamish, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 2.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth Blackwell 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
Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Motto
Limitless Potential
School Rankings
Elizabeth Blackwell 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 Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#66 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
53%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School's ranking?
Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School is ranked #66 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School often compared to?
Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louisa May Alcott Elementary School, Explorer Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School?
478 students attend Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School?
Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School offer ?
Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School part of?
Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
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