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Lake Hills Elementary

Elementary School · Bellevue School District

14310 SE 12th Street, Bellevue, WA 98007

Enrollment

429

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,217 of 2,228

In Bellevue

#26 of 29

public schools

In district

#25 of 28

Bellevue School District

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Lake Hills Elementary

6.1/10

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

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About Lake Hills Elementary

Lake Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Bellevue, WA, part of Bellevue School District. Lake Hills Elementary serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,217 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Hills Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Lake Hills 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.8% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.5% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-16 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,051
Chronic Absenteeism32.2%

Lake Hills Elementary — Students at Lake Hills Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 47.7% (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
51%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
33.5%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
35.7%
ELA
38.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Lake Hills Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in WA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

Location

14310 SE 12th Street, Bellevue, WA 98007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodridge Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Phantom Lake Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bellevue, see our Bellevue schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Sammamish Senior High Bellevue 0.5 mi 6.9
SEATTLE VOCTECH SCHOOL Bellevue 0.6 mi
EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue 0.8 mi 6.2
EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue 0.8 mi 7.9
Bellevue Big Picture School Bellevue 0.7 mi 8.2
Odle Middle School Bellevue 0.9 mi 9.3
Puesta del Sol Elementary School Bellevue 0.9 mi 6.9
CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY Bellevue 1.1 mi 6.5
ASIA PACIFIC LANGUAGE SCHOOL Bellevue 1.2 mi 4.8
Stevenson Elementary Bellevue 1.2 mi 4.7
International School Bellevue 1.0 mi 9.1
JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF METROPOLITAN SEATTLE Bellevue 1.2 mi 7.9
Phantom Lake Elementary Bellevue 1.1 mi 8.3
Tillicum Middle School Bellevue 1.1 mi 8.6
EARLY WORLD CHILDRENS SCHOOL Bellevue 1.6 mi
TZU CHI ACADEMY SEATTLE Bellevue 1.1 mi 5.4
Woodridge Elementary Bellevue 1.3 mi 8.8
Highland Middle School Bellevue 1.8 mi 5.1
BEL-RED BILINGUAL ACADEMY Bellevue 1.9 mi 6.2
AMERICAS CHILD MONTESSORI Bellevue 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,814

Median Home Value

$934,600

Median Rent

$2,276/mo

Population

26,838

College Educated

69%

Homeownership

34.7%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

32.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Hills Elementary

What grades does Lake Hills Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Lake Hills Elementary?

Lake Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Hills Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Hills Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Hills Elementary rank in WA?

Lake Hills Elementary ranks #1,217 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Lake Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Lake Hills Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Hills Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lake Hills Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lake Hills Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

67.1% of students at Lake Hills 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

District

Bellevue School District
District Enrollment
19,855
Schools in District
30
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,051
District Rank
#25 of 28

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