Excellent
#83 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 4% in state
Cedar Trails Elementary
Elementary School · Issaquah School District
4399 Issaquah-Pine Lake Rd SE, Sammamish, WA 98075
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Sammamish
#2 of 10
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#80 of 1,202
In district
#6 of 30
Issaquah School District
Equity
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Cedar Trails Elementary
Cedar Trails Elementary is a public elementary school in Sammamish, WA, part of the Issaquah School District. The school serves approximately 386 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 96.3th percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 76% proficiency in math, 30 points above the state average and 72% in reading/language arts, 21 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $250,001, where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Cedar Trails Elementary — Students at Cedar Trails Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 11 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Cedar Trails Elementary Compares
See how Cedar Trails Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 72% (2022) to 71.1% (2024).
Location
4399 Issaquah-Pine Lake Rd SE, Sammamish, WA 98075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Trails Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Challenger Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Issaquah), with a very similar rating. Another option is Grand Ridge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Issaquah), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sunny Hills Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sammamish, see our Sammamish schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EASTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Issaquah | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| LAKESIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sunny Hills Elementary Sammamish | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Pine Lake Middle School Sammamish | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ISSAQUAH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah | 0.8 mi | — |
| Pacific Cascade Middle School Issaquah | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Discovery Elementary Issaquah | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Issaquah Special Services Issaquah | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS AT THE HIGHLANDS Issaquah | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - SAMMAMISH Issaquah | 1.1 mi | — |
| SNOQUALMIE SPRINGS SCHOOL Issaquah | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Beaver Lake Middle School Issaquah | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Challenger Elementary Issaquah | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| PACIFIC LEARNING ACADEMY Issaquah | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| DARTMOOR SCHOOL Issaquah | 1.7 mi | — |
| Grand Ridge Elementary Issaquah | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| SUNNYBROOK MONTESSORI Issaquah | 2.0 mi | — |
| Skyline High School Sammamish | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Issaquah Preschool Academy Issaquah | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Holly Street Early Learning Center Issaquah | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,457,900
Median Rent
$3,072/mo
Population
25,231
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
88.6%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
41.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cedar Trails Elementary has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,457,900, with a median rent of $3,072/month. The local poverty rate of 2.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Kirkland, WA | 8.9 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Vancouver, WA | 8.9 |
| Broadway Elementary Spokane Valley, WA | 8.9 |
| Emily Dickinson Elementary Redmond, WA | 8.9 |
| Lincoln Heights Elementary Spokane, WA | 8.9 |
| Monroe Elementary Everett, WA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Trails Elementary
What grades does Cedar Trails Elementary serve?
Cedar Trails Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cedar Trails Elementary?
Cedar Trails Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Trails Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Trails Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cedar Trails Elementary rank in WA?
Cedar Trails Elementary is ranked #83 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Cedar Trails Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Trails Elementary has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cedar Trails Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cedar Trails Elementary has 75.8% math proficiency and 71.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cedar Trails Elementary a charter school?
No, Cedar Trails Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cedar Trails Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cedar Trails Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cedar Trails Elementary?
18.1% of students at Cedar Trails Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 21 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 30 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 32 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- Average (570/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (425) 837-6500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Issaquah School District- District Enrollment
- 19,452
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,188
- District Rank
- #6 of 30
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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