Excellent
#307 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 14% in state
Emerald Hills Elementary
Elementary School · Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
19515 S Tapps Dr E, Bonney Lake, WA 98390
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#307 of 2,228
In Bonney Lake
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 14
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Emerald Hills Elementary
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About Emerald Hills Elementary
Emerald Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Bonney Lake, WA, part of Sumner-Bonney Lake School District. Emerald Hills Elementary serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Emerald Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #307 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Emerald Hills Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Emerald Hills Elementary — Students at Emerald Hills Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.8%
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: 9.5/10.
How Emerald Hills Elementary Compares
See how Emerald Hills 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
19515 S Tapps Dr E, Bonney Lake, WA 98390
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emerald Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bonney Lake Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dieringer Heights Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Lake Tapps), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Maple Lawn Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Sumner), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bonney Lake, see our Bonney Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bonney Lake Elementary Bonney Lake | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Lakeridge Middle School Bonney Lake | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Crestwood Elementary Bonney Lake | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Dieringer Heights Elementary Lake Tapps | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Bonney Lake High School Bonney Lake | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Mountain View Middle School Bonney Lake | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| North Tapps Middle School Lake Tapps | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Victor Falls Elementary Bonney Lake | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Lake Tapps Elementary Lake Tapps | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Daffodil Valley Elementary Sumner | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Liberty Ridge Elementary Sumner | 4.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Bowman Creek Elementary Auburn | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MCALDER ELEMENTARY Puyallup | 3.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Sumner High School Sumner | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Maple Lawn Elementary Sumner | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sumner | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Sumner Middle School Sumner | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Foothills Elementary Buckley | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Sumner Special Services Sumner | 3.3 mi | — |
| Muckleshoot Tribal School Auburn | 4.5 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alexander Graham Bell Elementary Kirkland, WA | 8.4 |
| Cherry Crest Elementary School Bellevue, WA | 8.4 |
| Clovis Point Elementary School East Wenatchee, WA | 8.4 |
| Davis Elementary College Place, WA | 8.4 |
| Geiger Montessori School Tacoma, WA | 8.4 |
| Glenwood Elementary Lake Stevens, WA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emerald Hills Elementary
What grades does Emerald Hills Elementary serve?
Emerald Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Emerald Hills Elementary?
Emerald Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emerald Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Emerald Hills Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emerald Hills Elementary rank in WA?
Emerald Hills Elementary ranks #307 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Emerald Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Emerald Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Emerald Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emerald Hills Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Emerald Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Emerald Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emerald Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Emerald Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emerald Hills Elementary?
31.8% of students at Emerald Hills 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
- 548
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.8%
- Phone
- (253) 891-4750
Resources & Links
District
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District- District Enrollment
- 10,674
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,438
- District Rank
- #4 of 14
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