Excellent
#189 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 8% in state
Cottage Lake Elementary
Elementary School · Northshore School District
15940 Avondale RD NE, Woodinville, WA 98077
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Woodinville
#5 of 10
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#179 of 1,202
In district
#8 of 34
Northshore School District
School environment
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Cottage Lake Elementary
Cottage Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in Woodinville, WA, part of the Northshore School District. The school serves approximately 267 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 91.6th percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 67% proficiency in math, 22 points above the state average and 74% in reading/language arts, 24 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $179,625, where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Cottage Lake Elementary — Students at Cottage Lake Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 13 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: 8.2/10.
How Cottage Lake Elementary Compares
See how Cottage Lake Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 72% (2019) to 66.4% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 77% (2019) to 74.4% (2024).
Location
15940 Avondale RD NE, Woodinville, WA 98077
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cottage Lake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hollywood Hill Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is East Ridge Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Clara Barton Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Redmond), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Woodinville, see our Woodinville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Elementary Redmond | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Timbercrest Middle School Woodinville | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| East Ridge Elementary Woodinville | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| BELLEVUE CHRISTIAN MACK ELEMENTARY Woodinville | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| THE MADRONE SCHOOL (THE GRADY SCHOOL) Woodinville | 1.8 mi | — |
| Leota Middle School Woodinville | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary Woodinville | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Wellington Elementary Woodinville | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Albert Einstein Elementary Redmond | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Clara Barton Elementary School Redmond | 3.0 mi | 9.0 |
| THE OVERLAKE SCHOOL Redmond | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| DOLAN LEARNING CENTER LLC Woodinville | 2.7 mi | — |
| Redmond High School Redmond | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Hollywood Hill Elementary Woodinville | 2.8 mi | 9.5 |
| WILLOWS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Redmond | 3.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Hidden River Middle School Snohomish | 4.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Maltby Elementary Snohomish | 4.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Horace Mann Elementary Redmond | 4.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Norman Rockwell Elementary Redmond | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| THE BEAR CREEK SCHOOL Redmond | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98077 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,625
Median Home Value
$1,131,500
Median Rent
$2,457/mo
Population
14,407
College Educated
63.3%
Homeownership
91.4%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
44
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cottage Lake Elementary has a median household income of $179,625. It is a well-educated community where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,131,500, with a median rent of $2,457/month. The local poverty rate of 2.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 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 |
|---|---|
| Crownhill Elementary School Bremerton, WA | 8.5 |
| Delong Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 8.5 |
| Dunlap Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.5 |
| Grant Elementary Spokane, WA | 8.5 |
| Grantham Elementary Clarkston, WA | 8.5 |
| John Muir Elementary Kirkland, WA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cottage Lake Elementary
What grades does Cottage Lake Elementary serve?
Cottage Lake Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cottage Lake Elementary?
Cottage Lake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottage Lake Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cottage Lake Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cottage Lake Elementary rank in WA?
Cottage Lake Elementary is ranked #189 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Cottage Lake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cottage Lake Elementary has a composite rating of 8.5 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 Cottage Lake Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cottage Lake Elementary has 67.3% math proficiency and 73.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cottage Lake Elementary a charter school?
No, Cottage Lake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cottage Lake Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cottage Lake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cottage Lake Elementary?
11.2% of students at Cottage Lake 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (425) 408-4200
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Northshore School District- District Enrollment
- 23,186
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,578
- District Rank
- #8 of 34
Other Schools in This District
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