Serving 620 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Issaquah Valley 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 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Issaquah Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Issaquah Valley Elementary School's student population of 620 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Issaquah Valley 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 Issaquah Valley Elementary School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#383 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
9%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
46%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Issaquah Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Issaquah Valley Elementary School is ranked #383 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Issaquah Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Issaquah Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Issaquah Valley Elementary School?
620 students attend Issaquah Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Issaquah Valley Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Issaquah Valley Elementary School?
Issaquah Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Issaquah Valley Elementary School offer ?
Issaquah Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Issaquah Valley Elementary School part of?
Issaquah Valley Elementary School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Issaquah Valley Elementary School located?
Issaquah Valley Elementary School is located in the Gilman neighborhood of Issaquah, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Gilman.
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