Excellent
#283 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 13% in state
Issaquah Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Issaquah School District
555 NW HOLLY ST, Issaquah, WA 98027
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Issaquah
#4 of 9
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#263 of 1,202
In district
#12 of 30
Issaquah School District
Equity
8.4 / 10
Very strong
About Issaquah Valley Elementary
Issaquah Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Issaquah, WA, part of the Issaquah School District. The school serves approximately 620 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 87.3th percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 60% proficiency in math, 14 points above the state average and 65% in reading/language arts, 14 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $150,000, where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Issaquah Valley Elementary — Students at Issaquah Valley Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 13 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: 8.3/10.
How Issaquah Valley Elementary Compares
See how Issaquah Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 68% (2019) to 58.1% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 64% (2019) to 64.9% (2024).
Location
555 NW HOLLY ST, Issaquah, WA 98027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Issaquah Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cedar Trails Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sammamish), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Grand Ridge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Clark Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Issaquah, see our Issaquah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Issaquah Preschool Academy Issaquah | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Holly Street Early Learning Center Issaquah | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| SUNNYBROOK MONTESSORI Issaquah | 0.3 mi | — |
| DARTMOOR SCHOOL Issaquah | 0.6 mi | — |
| PACIFIC LEARNING ACADEMY Issaquah | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Clark Elementary Issaquah | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Gibson Ek High School Issaquah | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Issaquah Special Services Issaquah | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Cougar Mountain Middle School Issaquah | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Issaquah Middle School Issaquah | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| SYNERGY LEARNING ACADEMY Issaquah | 1.3 mi | — |
| Issaquah High School Issaquah | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS AT THE HIGHLANDS Issaquah | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| EASTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Issaquah | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Cedar Trails Elementary Sammamish | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| ISSAQUAH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah | 2.1 mi | — |
| Pacific Cascade Middle School Issaquah | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Grand Ridge Elementary Issaquah | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Pine Lake Middle School Sammamish | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| LAKESIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,000
Median Home Value
$976,400
Median Rent
$2,343/mo
Population
28,335
College Educated
65.5%
Homeownership
69.6%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
40.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Issaquah Valley Elementary has a median household income of $150,000. It is a well-educated community where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $976,400, with a median rent of $2,343/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ahtanum Valley Elementary Yakima, WA | 8.2 |
| B F Day Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.2 |
| Crestwood Elementary Bonney Lake, WA | 8.2 |
| Dorothy Fox Camas, WA | 8.2 |
| Fairmount Elementary Everett, WA | 8.2 |
| Lewis & Clark Elementary School Richland, WA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Issaquah Valley Elementary
What grades does Issaquah Valley Elementary serve?
Issaquah Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Issaquah Valley Elementary?
Issaquah Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 620 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Issaquah Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Issaquah Valley Elementary is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Issaquah Valley Elementary rank in WA?
Issaquah Valley Elementary is ranked #283 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Issaquah Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Issaquah Valley Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Issaquah Valley Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Issaquah Valley Elementary has 60.1% math proficiency and 64.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Issaquah Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Issaquah Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Issaquah Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Issaquah Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Issaquah Valley Elementary?
26.6% of students at Issaquah Valley 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
- Walk Score
- 68 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 36 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 59 Bikeable
- County Safety
- Low (173/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 620
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (425) 837-6600
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Issaquah School District- District Enrollment
- 19,452
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,188
- District Rank
- #12 of 30
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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