Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lea Hill 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 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lea Hill Elementary School serves the northwest part of Auburn, WA, within an attendance area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lea Hill Elementary School's student population of 593 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
In a culture of equity and excellence we engage, educate, and empower each student for success beyond graduation.
School Rankings
Lea Hill 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 Lea Hill Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#1552 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
29%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lea Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Lea Hill Elementary School is ranked #1552 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lea Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Lea Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lea Hill Elementary School?
593 students attend Lea Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Lea Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lea Hill Elementary School?
Lea Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lea Hill Elementary School offer ?
Lea Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lea Hill Elementary School part of?
Lea Hill Elementary School is part of Auburn School District.
In what neighborhood is Lea Hill Elementary School located?
Lea Hill Elementary School is located in the Lea Hill neighborhood of Auburn, WA. There are 4 other public schools located in Lea Hill.
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