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#522 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 23% 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

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#522 of 2,228

In Issaquah

#9 of 15

public schools

In district

#22 of 30

Issaquah School District

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Issaquah Valley Elementary

7.7/10

Elementary School in Issaquah · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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5.8/10

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About Issaquah Valley Elementary

Issaquah Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Issaquah, WA, part of Issaquah School District. Issaquah Valley Elementary serves approximately 620 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Issaquah Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #522 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Issaquah Valley Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.9
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.1% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.9% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.5 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,188
Chronic Absenteeism24.2%

Issaquah Valley Elementary — Students at Issaquah Valley Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 67.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 70.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
65.2%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
58.2%
ELA
65.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.

How Issaquah Valley Elementary Compares

See how Issaquah Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in WA
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

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 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sammamish), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grand Ridge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clark Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably 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 6.8
Holly Street Early Learning Center Issaquah 0.1 mi 5.8
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 8.8
Gibson Ek High School Issaquah 0.9 mi 6.0
Issaquah Special Services Issaquah 1.2 mi 4.2
Cougar Mountain Middle School Issaquah 0.9 mi 6.4
Issaquah Middle School Issaquah 1.1 mi 6.6
SYNERGY LEARNING ACADEMY Issaquah 1.3 mi
Issaquah High School Issaquah 1.3 mi 7.9
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 9.4
ISSAQUAH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah 2.1 mi
Pacific Cascade Middle School Issaquah 2.2 mi 7.8
Grand Ridge Elementary Issaquah 2.0 mi 8.9
Pine Lake Middle School Sammamish 3.1 mi 7.9
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

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Discovery Primary School Milton, WA 7.7
Edison Elementary School Tacoma, WA 7.7
Edison Elementary School Walla Walla, WA 7.7
Frank Brouillet Elem Puyallup, WA 7.7

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 ranks #522 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Issaquah Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Issaquah Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Issaquah Valley Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Issaquah Valley Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

District

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

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