Excellent
#398 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 18% in state
Challenger Elementary
Elementary School · Issaquah School District
25200 SE KLAHANIE BLVD, Issaquah, WA 98029
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#398 of 2,228
In Issaquah
#6 of 15
public schools
In district
#16 of 30
Issaquah School District
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Challenger Elementary
Challenger Elementary is a public elementary school in Issaquah, WA, part of Issaquah School District. Challenger Elementary serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Challenger Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #398 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Challenger Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Challenger Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Challenger Elementary — Students at Challenger Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 7.7/10.
How Challenger Elementary Compares
See how Challenger 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
25200 SE KLAHANIE BLVD, Issaquah, WA 98029
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Challenger Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cedar Trails Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Sammamish), which scores notably higher. Another option is Endeavour Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sunny Hills Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Sammamish), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Issaquah, see our Issaquah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Lake Middle School Issaquah | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - SAMMAMISH Issaquah | 0.9 mi | — |
| SNOQUALMIE SPRINGS SCHOOL Issaquah | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Endeavour Elementary School Issaquah | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Pacific Cascade Middle School Issaquah | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| ISSAQUAH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah | 1.4 mi | — |
| LAKESIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah | 1.0 mi | — |
| Sunny Hills Elementary Sammamish | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Cedar Trails Elementary Sammamish | 1.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Pine Lake Middle School Sammamish | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| EASTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Issaquah | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Grand Ridge Elementary Issaquah | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Discovery Elementary Issaquah | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Cascade Ridge Elementary Sammamish | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS AT THE HIGHLANDS Issaquah | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Skyline High School Sammamish | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ARBOR SCHOOLS Sammamish | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Inglewood Middle School Sammamish | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Rachel Carson Elementary Sammamish | 3.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Eastlake High School Sammamish | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$164,058
Median Home Value
$964,400
Median Rent
$2,625/mo
Population
30,930
College Educated
72.6%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIGHTON SCHOOL Mountlake Terrace, WA | 8.1 |
| Balboa Elementary Spokane, WA | 8.1 |
| Cedar Park Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.1 |
| Challenge Elementary Mtlk Terrace, WA | 8.1 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Bremerton, WA | 8.1 |
| Crestwood Elementary Bonney Lake, WA | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Challenger Elementary
What grades does Challenger Elementary serve?
Challenger Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Challenger Elementary?
Challenger Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Challenger Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Challenger Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Challenger Elementary rank in WA?
Challenger Elementary ranks #398 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Challenger Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Challenger Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Challenger Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Challenger Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Challenger Elementary a charter school?
No, Challenger Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Challenger Elementary a Title I school?
No, Challenger Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Challenger Elementary?
18.0% of students at Challenger 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (425) 837-7550
Resources & Links
District
Issaquah School District- District Enrollment
- 19,452
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,188
- District Rank
- #16 of 30
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