Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Puesta Del Sol Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Puesta del Sol Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Bellevue, WA school district, encompassing approximately 31.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 2.7 miles and the furthest edge located 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School's student population of 494 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#199 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Asian
16%
9%
Hispanic
39%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
33%
47%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puesta Del Sol Elementary School's ranking?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Puesta Del Sol Elementary School often compared to?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jing Mei Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Puesta Del Sol Elementary School?
494 students attend Puesta Del Sol Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Puesta Del Sol Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Puesta Del Sol Elementary School?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Puesta Del Sol Elementary School offer ?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Puesta Del Sol Elementary School part of?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Puesta Del Sol Elementary School located?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is located in the Factoria neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Factoria.
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