Very Good
#758 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 34% in state
Juanita Elementary
Elementary School · Lake Washington School District
9635 NE 132nd, Kirkland, WA 98034
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#758 of 2,228
In Kirkland
#20 of 24
public schools
In district
#47 of 53
Lake Washington School District
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Juanita Elementary
Juanita Elementary is a public elementary school in Kirkland, WA, part of Lake Washington School District. Juanita Elementary serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Juanita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #758 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Juanita Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 8.5
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Juanita 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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Juanita Elementary — Students at Juanita Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.3%
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: 7.0/10.
How Juanita Elementary Compares
See how Juanita 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
9635 NE 132nd, Kirkland, WA 98034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juanita Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henry David Thoreau Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHLAKE ACADEMY (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert Frost Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kirkland, see our Kirkland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI Kirkland | 0.3 mi | — |
| GLOBAL IDEA SCHOOL Kirkland | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Juanita High School Kirkland | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Helen Keller Elementary Kirkland | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Finn Hill Middle School Kirkland | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Environmental & Adventure School Kirkland | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Carl Sandburg Elementary Kirkland | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Discovery Community School Kirkland | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Henry David Thoreau Elementary Kirkland | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Alexander Graham Bell Elementary Kirkland | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Inglemoor HS Kenmore | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Robert Frost Elementary Kirkland | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Kirkland Middle School Kirkland | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Moorlands Elementary Kenmore | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Peter Kirk Elementary Kirkland | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| EVERGREEN ACADEMY Bothell | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Northshore Middle School Bothell | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Woodmoor Elementary Bothell | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Woodinville Community Center Bothell | 2.2 mi | — |
| NORTHLAKE ACADEMY Kirkland | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,974
Median Home Value
$875,200
Median Rent
$2,324/mo
Population
51,836
College Educated
57.6%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Wenatchee, WA | 7.1 |
| Broad View Elementary Oak Harbor, WA | 7.1 |
| Captain Gray STEM Elementary Pasco, WA | 7.1 |
| Cooper Elementary Spokane, WA | 7.1 |
| Crescent Harbor Elem Oak Harbor, WA | 7.1 |
| Daybreak Primary Battle Ground, WA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juanita Elementary
What grades does Juanita Elementary serve?
Juanita Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Juanita Elementary?
Juanita Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juanita Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Juanita Elementary is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juanita Elementary rank in WA?
Juanita Elementary ranks #758 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Juanita Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Juanita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Juanita Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juanita Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Juanita Elementary a charter school?
No, Juanita Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juanita Elementary a Title I school?
No, Juanita Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juanita Elementary?
24.3% of students at Juanita 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 382
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (425) 936-2570
Resources & Links
District
Lake Washington School District- District Enrollment
- 30,882
- Schools in District
- 57
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,053
- District Rank
- #47 of 53
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