Excellent
#400 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 18% in state
Grass Lake Elementary School
Elementary School · Kent School District
28700 191st Place SE, Kent, WA 98042
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#400 of 2,228
In Kent
#3 of 31
public schools
In district
#5 of 42
Kent School District
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Grass Lake Elementary School
Grass Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kent, WA, part of Kent School District. Grass Lake Elementary School serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Grass Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #400 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Grass Lake Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.1
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Grass Lake Elementary School 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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Grass Lake Elementary School — Students at Grass Lake Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.9/10.
How Grass Lake Elementary School Compares
See how Grass Lake Elementary School 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
28700 191st Place SE, Kent, WA 98042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grass Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rock Creek Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Maple Valley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cedar River Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Maple Valley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Crestwood Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Covington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kent, see our Kent schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Heights Middle School Covington | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Jenkins Creek Elementary School Covington | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Cedar Valley Elementary School Covington | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Kentlake High School Kent | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Crestwood Elementary School Covington | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| RAINIER CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Auburn | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Kentwood High School Covington | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Lake View Elementary School Auburn | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Maple View Middle School Covington | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Mattson Middle School Covington | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Sawyer Woods Elementary School Black Diamond | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Covington Elementary School Covington | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Lake Wilderness Elementary Maple Valley | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Tahoma Senior High School Maple Valley | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Tahoma Open Doors Maple Valley | 2.9 mi | — |
| Glacier Park Elementary Maple Valley | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Cedar River Elementary Maple Valley | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Horizon Elementary School Kent | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Shadow Lake Elementary Maple Valley | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Rock Creek Elementary Maple Valley | 3.6 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,554
Median Home Value
$613,000
Median Rent
$2,121/mo
Population
48,594
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
82.4%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIGHTON SCHOOL Mountlake Terrace, WA | 8.1 |
| Balboa Elementary Spokane, WA | 8.1 |
| Cedar Park Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.1 |
| Challenge Elementary Mtlk Terrace, WA | 8.1 |
| Challenger Elementary Issaquah, WA | 8.1 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Bremerton, WA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grass Lake Elementary School
What grades does Grass Lake Elementary School serve?
Grass Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Grass Lake Elementary School?
Grass Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grass Lake Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grass Lake Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grass Lake Elementary School rank in WA?
Grass Lake Elementary School ranks #400 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Grass Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grass Lake Elementary School 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 Grass Lake Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grass Lake Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Grass Lake Elementary School a charter school?
No, Grass Lake Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grass Lake Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Grass Lake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grass Lake Elementary School?
34.2% of students at Grass Lake Elementary School 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
- 354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (253) 373-7661
Resources & Links
District
Kent School District- District Enrollment
- 25,700
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,199
- District Rank
- #5 of 42
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