Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Hills Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Motto
United as a diverse learning community, we empower all students to act with integrity, think critically, leverage strengths, and discover passions so that the future holds limitless possibilities.
School Mascot
Jaguars
School Rankings
Lake Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Hills Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1375 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
9%
Hispanic
42%
26%
Black
13%
5%
White
21%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Hills Elementary School is ranked #1375 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lake Hills Elementary School?
429 students attend Lake Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lake Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Hills Elementary School?
Lake Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Hills Elementary School offer ?
Lake Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Hills Elementary School part of?
Lake Hills Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Hills Elementary School located?
Lake Hills Elementary School is located in the Lake Hills neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Lake Hills.
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