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#277 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 12% in state

Lake Forest Park Elementary

Elementary School · Shoreline School District

18500 37th Avenue N.E., Lake Forest Park, WA 98155

Enrollment

392

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#277 of 2,228

In Lake Forest Park

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#5 of 17

Shoreline School District

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Lake Forest Park Elementary

8.5/10

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

Brookside Elementary

7.8/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Home Education Exchange

8.5/10

1.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Lake Forest Park Elementary

Lake Forest Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Lake Forest Park, WA, part of Shoreline School District. Lake Forest Park Elementary serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Forest Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #277 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Forest Park Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62.8% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.4 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,316
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Lake Forest Park Elementary — Students at Lake Forest Park Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 69.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 75.0% (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
63%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
58.8%
ELA
71%
2024
Math
61.4%
ELA
62.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Lake Forest Park Elementary Compares

See how Lake Forest Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
88th percentile in WA
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

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

18500 37th Avenue N.E., Lake Forest Park, WA 98155

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Forest Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cascade K-8 Community School (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Briarcrest Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lockwood Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Bothell), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lake Forest Park, see our Lake Forest Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Brookside Elementary Lake Forest Park 0.6 mi 7.8
Home Education Exchange Shoreline 1.0 mi 8.5
Cascade K-8 Community School Shoreline 1.0 mi 9.3
Kellogg Middle School Shoreline 1.3 mi 7.0
Briarcrest Elementary Shoreline 1.5 mi 9.1
LAKE FOREST PARK MONTESSORI Shoreline 1.3 mi
ST MARK CATHOLIC CLASSICAL SCHOOL Shoreline 1.2 mi 7.8
Brier Elementary Brier 1.8 mi 8.6
Shorecrest High School Shoreline 1.7 mi 7.1
SHORELINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shoreline 2.0 mi 6.8
Fircrest Residential Habilitation Shoreline 1.8 mi
Ridgecrest Elementary Shoreline 1.7 mi 6.4
Cedar Way Elementary Mtlk Terrace 2.3 mi 5.1
Challenge Elementary Mtlk Terrace 2.2 mi 8.1
Terrace Park Elementary Mtlk Terrace 2.2 mi 8.9
Lockwood Elementary Bothell 1.8 mi 9.1
Kenmore Middle School Kenmore 1.8 mi 6.2
Brier Terrace Middle School Brier 2.5 mi 7.3
Cedar Park Elementary School Seattle 2.6 mi 8.1
Mountlake Terrace High School Mtlk Terrace 2.7 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,911

Median Home Value

$758,000

Median Rent

$2,016/mo

Population

35,906

College Educated

55.9%

Homeownership

71.7%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

40.5

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Creekside Elementary School Mead, WA 8.5
Crestwood Elementary School Covington, WA 8.5
East Ridge Elementary Woodinville, WA 8.5
Hamilton Elementary Port Angeles, WA 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Forest Park Elementary

What grades does Lake Forest Park Elementary serve?

Lake Forest Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lake Forest Park Elementary?

Lake Forest Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Forest Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Forest Park Elementary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Forest Park Elementary rank in WA?

Lake Forest Park Elementary ranks #277 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Lake Forest Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Forest Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Lake Forest Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Forest Park Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lake Forest Park Elementary a charter school?

No, Lake Forest Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake Forest Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lake Forest Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Forest Park Elementary?

27.0% of students at Lake Forest Park 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
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

District

Shoreline School District
District Enrollment
9,612
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,316
District Rank
#5 of 17

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