Serving 318 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emerald Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerald Park Elementary School serves the northwest part of Kent, WA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerald Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Emerald Park Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Successfully Preparing All Students for Their Futures
School Rankings
Emerald Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerald Park Elementary School is 0.81, which is more 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
#1031 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
30%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerald Park Elementary School's ranking?
Emerald Park Elementary School is ranked #1031 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Emerald Park Elementary School often compared to?
Emerald Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Sortun Elementary School, Sunrise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Emerald Park Elementary School?
318 students attend Emerald Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Emerald Park Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerald Park Elementary School?
Emerald Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emerald Park Elementary School offer ?
Emerald Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerald Park Elementary School part of?
Emerald Park Elementary School is part of Kent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It is a school that parents have flocked to to get their children into. It has been an award winning school due to the driven staff and leadership of the principal. There has recently been a big change in the district due to financial mismanagement. The impact is has had on Emerald Park and many district schools has cause teaching staff and administers to question their place in the district. Many teachers have either chosen to retire or move on causing a huge turnover this year with 17 staff and administrators moving on. It has a different feel this year and will probably take some time for it to work the bumps out. Still love this school and feel that the community supports it and the staff that remains and the new staff that have come will continue to push to make Emerald Park that shining star it once was and deserves to be.
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