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#1989 of 2,228 schools in WA

Issaquah Special Services

School · Issaquah School District

5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA 98029

Enrollment

100

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,989 of 2,228

In Issaquah

#15 of 15

public schools

In district

#30 of 30

Issaquah School District

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Issaquah Special Services

4.2/10

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About Issaquah Special Services

Issaquah Special Services is a public school in Issaquah, WA, part of Issaquah School District. Issaquah Special Services serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th. Issaquah Special Services has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,989 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Issaquah Special Services show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares3.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 8.0
  • WA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 100 students, Issaquah Special Services is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-5.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-44.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$17,188

Issaquah Special Services — Students at Issaquah Special Services score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 8 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.5/10.

How Issaquah Special Services Compares

See how Issaquah Special Services performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
11th percentile in WA
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses1 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA 98029

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Issaquah Special Services may also want to explore other schools in the area. Cedar Trails Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Sammamish), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunny Hills Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Sammamish), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Discovery Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Issaquah, see our Issaquah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
DARTMOOR SCHOOL Issaquah 0.8 mi
PACIFIC LEARNING ACADEMY Issaquah 0.8 mi 6.9
SUNNYBROOK MONTESSORI Issaquah 0.9 mi
SYNERGY LEARNING ACADEMY Issaquah 0.7 mi
Issaquah Valley Elementary Issaquah 1.2 mi 7.7
Issaquah Preschool Academy Issaquah 1.3 mi 6.8
Holly Street Early Learning Center Issaquah 1.3 mi 5.8
EASTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Issaquah 1.1 mi 7.8
Cedar Trails Elementary Sammamish 1.3 mi 9.4
Cougar Mountain Middle School Issaquah 1.7 mi 6.4
Pine Lake Middle School Sammamish 1.9 mi 7.9
BRIGHT HORIZONS AT THE HIGHLANDS Issaquah 1.5 mi 8.6
Clark Elementary Issaquah 2.0 mi 8.8
Gibson Ek High School Issaquah 2.0 mi 6.0
LAKESIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah 1.9 mi
ISSAQUAH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah 1.5 mi
Sunny Hills Elementary Sammamish 2.0 mi 9.2
Issaquah Middle School Issaquah 2.3 mi 6.6
Discovery Elementary Issaquah 2.5 mi 9.0
Pacific Cascade Middle School Issaquah 1.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$164,058

Median Home Value

$964,400

Median Rent

$2,625/mo

Population

30,930

College Educated

72.6%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Issaquah Special Services

What grades does Issaquah Special Services serve?

Issaquah Special Services serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Issaquah Special Services?

Issaquah Special Services has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.

How does Issaquah Special Services rank in WA?

Issaquah Special Services ranks #1,989 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Issaquah Special Services's MySchoolScout rating?

Issaquah Special Services has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Issaquah Special Services?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Issaquah Special Services has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Issaquah Special Services a charter school?

No, Issaquah Special Services is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Issaquah Special Services a Title I school?

No, Issaquah Special Services is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Issaquah Special Services?

11.0% of students at Issaquah Special Services 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
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
100
0
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.0%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County

District

Issaquah School District
District Enrollment
19,452
Schools in District
30
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,188
District Rank
#30 of 30

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