Average
#1070 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 48% in state
Lake View Elementary School
Elementary School · Auburn School District
16401 SE 318TH ST, Auburn, WA 98092
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,070 of 2,228
In Auburn
#6 of 31
public schools
In district
#6 of 24
Auburn School District
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Lake View Elementary School
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About Lake View Elementary School
Lake View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Auburn, WA, part of Auburn School District. Lake View Elementary School serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,070 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Lake View Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Lake View 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
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Lake View Elementary School — Students at Lake View Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 5.8/10.
How Lake View Elementary School Compares
See how Lake View Elementary School 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
16401 SE 318TH ST, Auburn, WA 98092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Crest Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crestwood Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Covington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grass Lake Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Kent), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Auburn, see our Auburn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grass Lake Elementary School Kent | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Horizon Elementary School Kent | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Willow Crest Elementary Auburn | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| BUENA VISTA SDA SCHOOL Auburn | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Arthur Jacobsen Elementary Auburn | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| RAINIER CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Auburn | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Jenkins Creek Elementary School Covington | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Kentwood High School Covington | 3.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Lea Hill Elementary School Auburn | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Muckleshoot Tribal School Auburn | 3.7 mi | — |
| Covington Elementary School Covington | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Auburn Mountainview High School Auburn | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| AUBURN ADVENTIST ACADEMY Auburn | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Cedar Heights Middle School Covington | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Cedar Valley Elementary School Covington | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Mattson Middle School Covington | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Crestwood Elementary School Covington | 4.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Hazelwood Elementary School Auburn | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Rainier Middle School Auburn | 3.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Meridian Elementary School Kent | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,614
Median Home Value
$594,800
Median Rent
$1,870/mo
Population
50,510
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Badger Mountain Elementary Richland, WA | 6.4 |
| Brookdale Elementary Tacoma, WA | 6.4 |
| Carl Cozier Elementary School Bellingham, WA | 6.4 |
| Chinook Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 6.4 |
| Friday Harbor Elementary School Friday Harbor, WA | 6.4 |
| Garfield Elementary School Toppenish, WA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake View Elementary School
What grades does Lake View Elementary School serve?
Lake View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lake View Elementary School?
Lake View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake View Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake View 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 View Elementary School rank in WA?
Lake View Elementary School ranks #1,070 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Lake View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 View Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake View Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lake View Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lake View Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake View Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lake View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake View Elementary School?
49.2% of students at Lake View 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.9%
- Phone
- (253) 931-4830
Resources & Links
District
Auburn School District- District Enrollment
- 18,107
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,620
- District Rank
- #6 of 24
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