Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Phantom Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Phantom Lake Elementary serves the eastern part of Bellevue, WA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 1 square mile. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 0.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching 1.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phantom Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Phantom Lake Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Phantom Lake 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 Phantom Lake 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
#276 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
32%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)30%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Phantom Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Phantom Lake Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Phantom Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Phantom Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore Elementary School, Sherwood Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Phantom Lake Elementary School?
430 students attend Phantom Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Phantom Lake Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phantom Lake Elementary School?
Phantom Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phantom Lake Elementary School offer ?
Phantom Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phantom Lake Elementary School part of?
Phantom Lake Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Phantom Lake Elementary School located?
Phantom Lake Elementary School is located in the West Lake Sammamish neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in West Lake Sammamish.
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