Excellent
#26 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 1% 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
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#26 of 2,228
In Sammamish
#2 of 14
public schools
In district
#1 of 30
Issaquah School District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Cedar Trails Elementary
Cedar Trails Elementary is a public elementary school in Sammamish, WA, part of Issaquah School District. Cedar Trails Elementary serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Trails Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Cedar Trails Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- WA avg 6.8
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 12 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: 9.5/10.
How Cedar Trails Elementary Compares
See how Cedar Trails Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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. Sunny Hills Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Discovery Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Issaquah), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Grand Ridge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Issaquah), with a comparable 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 | 9.2 |
| Pine Lake Middle School Sammamish | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ISSAQUAH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah | 0.8 mi | — |
| Pacific Cascade Middle School Issaquah | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Discovery Elementary Issaquah | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Issaquah Special Services Issaquah | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| 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 | 8.3 |
| Challenger Elementary Issaquah | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| 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 | 7.7 |
| Issaquah Preschool Academy Issaquah | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Holly Street Early Learning Center Issaquah | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
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
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| Beacon Hill International School Seattle, WA | 9.4 |
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| Franklin Elementary Pullman, WA | 9.4 |
| Magnolia Elementary School Seattle, WA | 9.4 |
| Oak Harbor Elementary Oak Harbor, WA | 9.4 |
| Viewlands Elementary School Seattle, WA | 9.4 |
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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 ranks #26 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Cedar Trails Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Trails Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cedar Trails Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Trails Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (425) 837-6500
Resources & Links
District
Issaquah School District- District Enrollment
- 19,452
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,188
- District Rank
- #1 of 30
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