Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kitsap Lake 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kitsap Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kitsap Lake Elementary School's student population of 320 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Motto
We are Kitsap Lake Elementary! ASB Financial Reports Comprehensive School Improvement Plans (CSIP)
School Rankings
Kitsap Lake 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 Kitsap Lake 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
#974 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
50%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Kitsap Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Kitsap Lake Elementary School is ranked #974 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kitsap Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Kitsap Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John D. Bud Hawk Elementary At Jackson Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kitsap Lake Elementary School?
320 students attend Kitsap Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Kitsap Lake Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kitsap Lake Elementary School?
Kitsap Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kitsap Lake Elementary School offer ?
Kitsap Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kitsap Lake Elementary School part of?
Kitsap Lake Elementary School is part of Bremerton School District.
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