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#425 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 19% in state

Crestwood Elementary

Elementary School · Sumner-Bonney Lake School District

3914 W Tapps Dr E, Bonney Lake, WA 98390

Enrollment

417

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#425 of 2,228

In Bonney Lake

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 14

Sumner-Bonney Lake School District

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Crestwood Elementary

8.1/10

Elementary School in Bonney Lake · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lakeridge Middle School

7.4/10

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8.4/10

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About Crestwood Elementary

Crestwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Bonney Lake, WA, part of Sumner-Bonney Lake School District. Crestwood Elementary serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Crestwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #425 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Crestwood Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.9 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+13.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,438
Chronic Absenteeism24%

Crestwood Elementary — Students at Crestwood Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 68.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 72.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
63.7%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
60%
ELA
66.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.

How Crestwood Elementary Compares

See how Crestwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
81th percentile in WA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3914 W Tapps Dr E, Bonney Lake, WA 98390

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Crestwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bonney Lake Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Maple Lawn Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sumner), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dieringer Heights Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Lake Tapps), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bonney Lake, see our Bonney Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Lakeridge Middle School Bonney Lake 1.3 mi 7.4
Lake Tapps Elementary Lake Tapps 1.8 mi 8.4
Daffodil Valley Elementary Sumner 1.5 mi 6.8
Sumner High School Sumner 1.8 mi 7.4
Emerald Hills Elementary Bonney Lake 1.9 mi 8.4
Lakeland Hills Elementary Auburn 2.5 mi 8.2
Sumner Special Services Sumner 2.0 mi
Maple Lawn Elementary Sumner 2.3 mi 8.6
Bowman Creek Elementary Auburn 2.7 mi 6.9
CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sumner 2.4 mi 5.7
Bonney Lake Elementary Bonney Lake 2.7 mi 8.9
Sumner Middle School Sumner 2.3 mi 7.8
North Tapps Middle School Lake Tapps 2.7 mi 7.5
Ilalko Elementary School Auburn 3.3 mi 5.0
Auburn Riverside High School Auburn 3.5 mi 5.7
CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MCALDER ELEMENTARY Puyallup 3.6 mi 4.1
Mt Baker Middle School Auburn 3.9 mi 5.1
Gildo Rey Elementary School Auburn 4.1 mi 4.6
Dieringer Heights Elementary Lake Tapps 3.1 mi 8.6
Shaw Road Elementary Puyallup 3.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98390 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,815

Median Home Value

$471,500

Median Rent

$1,886/mo

Population

11,497

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

51.3%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Crestwood Elementary

What grades does Crestwood Elementary serve?

Crestwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Crestwood Elementary?

Crestwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Crestwood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Crestwood Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Crestwood Elementary rank in WA?

Crestwood Elementary ranks #425 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Crestwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Crestwood 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 Crestwood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Crestwood Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Crestwood Elementary a charter school?

No, Crestwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Crestwood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Crestwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crestwood Elementary?

42.7% of students at Crestwood 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
7 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pierce County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

District

Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
District Enrollment
10,674
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,438
District Rank
#5 of 14

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