Serving 548 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emerald Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerald Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Emerald Hills Elementary School's student population of 548 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Emerald Hills 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 Emerald Hills Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#289 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
67%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerald Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Emerald Hills Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Emerald Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Emerald Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Opportunity Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Emerald Hills Elementary School?
548 students attend Emerald Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Emerald Hills Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerald Hills Elementary School?
Emerald Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Emerald Hills Elementary School offer ?
Emerald Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerald Hills Elementary School part of?
Emerald Hills Elementary School is part of Sumner-Bonney Lake School District.
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