Serving 498 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Hills Elementary serves the southeastern part of Bellevue, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families are typically within a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Hills Elementary School's student population of 498 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
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 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 0.75, 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
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
9%
Hispanic
40%
27%
Black
17%
5%
White
18%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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?
498 students attend Lake Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lake Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
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 17:1.
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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