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#234 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 11% in state

Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary

Elementary School · Lake Washington School District

3225 - 205th PL NE, Sammamish, WA 98074

Enrollment

508

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#234 of 2,228

In Sammamish

#9 of 14

public schools

In district

#25 of 53

Lake Washington School District

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary

8.6/10

Elementary School in Sammamish · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary

Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary is a public elementary school in Sammamish, WA, part of Lake Washington School District. Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #234 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.2% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+26.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.8 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,053
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary — Students at Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 83.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 89.4% (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
83%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
84%
ELA
90%
2019
Math
84%
ELA
90%
2022
Math
78.1%
ELA
84%
2024
Math
78%
ELA
83.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
90th percentile in WA
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

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

3225 - 205th PL NE, Sammamish, WA 98074

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Louisa May Alcott Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Redmond), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Margaret Mead Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sammamish, see our Sammamish schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Margaret Mead Elementary Sammamish 1.1 mi 8.8
TLC MONTESSORI Sammamish 1.2 mi
Evergreen Middle School Redmond 2.0 mi 8.7
Louisa May Alcott Elementary Redmond 1.5 mi 8.9
Nikola Tesla STEM High School Redmond 1.5 mi 8.5
Explorer Community School Redmond 2.2 mi 8.1
Emily Dickinson Elementary Redmond 2.2 mi 8.8
John J. Audubon Elementary Redmond 1.6 mi 8.8
Bennett Elementary School Bellevue 1.9 mi 8.7
THE BEAR CREEK SCHOOL Redmond 2.9 mi 7.7
EATON ARROWSMITH SCHOOL Redmond 2.4 mi
Samantha Smith Elementary Sammamish 2.2 mi 8.7
Eastlake High School Sammamish 2.4 mi 8.2
Renaissance School of Art and Reasoning Sammamish 2.4 mi 6.8
Creekside Elementary Sammamish 3.1 mi 8.7
CEDAR CREST ACADEMY Redmond 2.5 mi
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Sammamish 2.3 mi 9.6
THE SAMMAMISH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Redmond 2.8 mi
ARBOR SCHOOLS Sammamish 3.0 mi 7.1
Ardmore Elementary School Bellevue 2.4 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$234,013

Median Home Value

$1,211,700

Median Rent

$2,685/mo

Population

30,850

College Educated

79.4%

Homeownership

84.3%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

38.7

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Ahtanum Valley Elementary Yakima, WA 8.6
Arbor Heights Elementary School Seattle, WA 8.6
Brier Elementary Brier, WA 8.6
Carl Sandburg Elementary Kirkland, WA 8.6
Cathcart Elementary Snohomish, WA 8.6
Cedar River Elementary Maple Valley, WA 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary

What grades does Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary serve?

Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary?

Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary rank in WA?

Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary ranks #234 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary a Title I school?

No, Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

4.5% of students at Elizabeth Blackwell 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
13 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

District

Lake Washington School District
District Enrollment
30,882
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,053
District Rank
#25 of 53

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