Very Good
#790 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 35% in state
Evergreen Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Auburn School District
5602 S 316TH ST, Auburn, WA 98001
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#790 of 2,228
In Auburn
#3 of 31
public schools
In district
#3 of 24
Auburn School District
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Evergreen Heights Elementary
Evergreen Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Auburn, WA, part of Auburn School District. Evergreen Heights Elementary serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Evergreen Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #790 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Evergreen Heights Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Evergreen Heights 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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Evergreen Heights Elementary — Students at Evergreen Heights Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54%
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: 6.6/10.
How Evergreen Heights Elementary Compares
See how Evergreen Heights 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
5602 S 316TH ST, Auburn, WA 98001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Evergreen Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Terminal Park Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is RAINIER CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS-KENT VIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 6.0/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wildwood Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Federal Way), a more accessible option. For more schools in Auburn, see our Auburn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meredith Hill Elementary School Auburn | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Kilo Middle School Auburn | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Lake Dolloff Elementary School Auburn | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Camelot Elementary School Auburn | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School Auburn | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Auburn Opportunity Project Auburn | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Internet Academy Federal Way | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Career Academy at Truman High School Federal Way | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Open Doors Youth Reengagement (1418) Federal Way | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Auburn | 2.3 mi | — |
| Valhalla Elementary School Auburn | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| HOLY INNOCENTS SCHOOL OF THE NORTHWEST Federal Way | 2.0 mi | — |
| Wildwood Elementary School Federal Way | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Special Ed School Auburn | 2.0 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary School Auburn | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Auburn Senior High School Auburn | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Terminal Park Elementary School Auburn | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Evergreen Middle School Kent | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| RAINIER CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS-KENT VIEW ELEMENTARY Auburn | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Star Lake Elementary School Kent | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,218
Median Home Value
$538,800
Median Rent
$1,927/mo
Population
36,041
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
39.9
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|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Spokane Valley, WA | 7.0 |
| Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary Pasco, WA | 7.0 |
| Boze Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 7.0 |
| Butler Acres Elementary Kelso, WA | 7.0 |
| Fruitland Elementary Puyallup, WA | 7.0 |
| Glenridge Elementary Kent, WA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Evergreen Heights Elementary
What grades does Evergreen Heights Elementary serve?
Evergreen Heights Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Evergreen Heights Elementary?
Evergreen Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Evergreen Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Evergreen Heights Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Evergreen Heights Elementary rank in WA?
Evergreen Heights Elementary ranks #790 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Evergreen Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Evergreen Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Evergreen Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Evergreen Heights Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Evergreen Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Evergreen Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Evergreen Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Evergreen Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Evergreen Heights Elementary?
54.0% of students at Evergreen Heights 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
- 452
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.8%
- Phone
- (253) 931-4974
Resources & Links
District
Auburn School District- District Enrollment
- 18,107
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,620
- District Rank
- #3 of 24
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