Below Average
#1849 of 2,228 schools in WA
Garden Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Moses Lake School District
707 E NELSON ROAD, Moses Lake, WA 98837
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,849 of 2,228
In Moses Lake
#14 of 18
public schools
In district
#14 of 18
Moses Lake School District
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Garden Heights Elementary
Elementary School in Moses Lake · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Garden Heights Elementary
Garden Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Moses Lake, WA, part of Moses Lake School District. Garden Heights Elementary serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,849 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Garden Heights Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Garden 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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Garden Heights Elementary — Students at Garden Heights Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Garden Heights Elementary Compares
See how Garden 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
707 E NELSON ROAD, Moses Lake, WA 98837
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sage Point Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vicki I. Groff Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Park Orchard Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moses Lake, see our Moses Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MLSD Open Doors Re-Engagement Program Moses Lake | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Moses Lake High School Moses Lake | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Digital Learning Center Moses Lake | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Columbia Middle School Moses Lake | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Vanguard Academy Moses Lake | 0.6 mi | — |
| Lakeview Terrace Elementary Moses Lake | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center Moses Lake | 0.8 mi | — |
| MOSES LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Moses Lake | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Vicki I. Groff Elementary School Moses Lake | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Frontier Middle School Moses Lake | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Midway Elementary Moses Lake | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Moses Lake Early Learning Center Moses Lake | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Knolls Vista Elementary Moses Lake | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Park Orchard Elementary School Moses Lake | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moses Lake | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Peninsula Elementary Moses Lake | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Longview Elementary Moses Lake | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| CRESTVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moses Lake | 2.5 mi | — |
| Sage Point Elementary School Moses Lake | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Larson Heights Elementary Moses Lake | 4.4 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98837 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,732
Median Home Value
$290,000
Median Rent
$1,128/mo
Population
47,399
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
66.3%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden Heights Elementary
What grades does Garden Heights Elementary serve?
Garden Heights Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Garden Heights Elementary?
Garden Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden Heights Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden Heights Elementary rank in WA?
Garden Heights Elementary ranks #1,849 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Garden Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Garden Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden Heights Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garden Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Garden Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Garden Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden Heights Elementary?
56.6% of students at Garden 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Grant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (509) 766-2651
Resources & Links
District
Moses Lake School District- District Enrollment
- 8,740
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,536
- District Rank
- #14 of 18
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