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Below Average

#1837 of 2,228 schools in WA

Lake Grove Elementary School

Elementary School · Federal Way School District

303 SW 308TH ST, Federal Way, WA 98023

Enrollment

357

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,837 of 2,228

In Federal Way

#15 of 29

public schools

In district

#19 of 41

Federal Way School District

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Lake Grove Elementary School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Federal Way · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lake Grove Elementary School

Lake Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Federal Way, WA, part of Federal Way School District. Lake Grove Elementary School serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,837 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Grove Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Lake Grove Elementary School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.5% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.7% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.7 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,898
Chronic Absenteeism39.8%

Lake Grove Elementary School — Students at Lake Grove Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 42.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 46.5% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
26.8%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
29.8%
ELA
30.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.

How Lake Grove Elementary School Compares

See how Lake Grove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
18th percentile in WA
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.8%

Location

303 SW 308TH ST, Federal Way, WA 98023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nautilus K-8 School (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wildwood Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Federal Way, see our Federal Way schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST LUKES SCHOOL Federal Way 0.6 mi 5.1
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Federal Way 0.6 mi 6.5
Mirror Lake Elementary School Federal Way 0.7 mi 3.2
Lakota Middle School Federal Way 0.9 mi 4.6
Adelaide Elementary School Federal Way 0.9 mi 3.6
Silver Lake Elementary School Federal Way 1.2 mi 4.0
Sacajawea Middle School Federal Way 1.1 mi 3.9
Nautilus K-8 School Federal Way 1.4 mi 5.9
Federal Way High School Federal Way 1.1 mi 3.5
Support School Federal Way 1.5 mi 6.4
Federal Way Running Start Home School Federal Way 1.5 mi
Federal Way Public School ECEAP Federal Way 1.5 mi 6.2
Gateway to College Federal Way 1.5 mi
Decatur High School Federal Way 1.5 mi 4.8
Employment Transition Program Federal Way 1.9 mi 5.9
Panther Lake Elementary School Federal Way 2.2 mi 3.1
Technology Access Foundation Academy at Saghalie Federal Way 2.1 mi 3.5
Olympic View Elementary School Federal Way 1.7 mi 3.5
Sherwood Forest Elementary School Federal Way 2.4 mi 4.8
Wildwood Elementary School Federal Way 1.8 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,960

Median Home Value

$545,600

Median Rent

$1,875/mo

Population

49,593

College Educated

34.1%

Homeownership

66.4%

Avg Commute

33.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Grove Elementary School

What grades does Lake Grove Elementary School serve?

Lake Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lake Grove Elementary School?

Lake Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Grove Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Grove Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Grove Elementary School rank in WA?

Lake Grove Elementary School ranks #1,837 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Lake Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Lake Grove Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Grove Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lake Grove Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lake Grove Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lake Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Grove Elementary School?

80.1% of students at Lake Grove Elementary School 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
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.8%

District

Federal Way School District
District Enrollment
21,818
Schools in District
46
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,898
District Rank
#19 of 41

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