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#1614 of 2,228 schools in WA
Lea Hill Elementary School
Elementary School · Auburn School District
30908 124th Ave SE, Auburn, WA 98092
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,614 of 2,228
In Auburn
#13 of 31
public schools
In district
#14 of 24
Auburn School District
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Lea Hill Elementary School
Lea Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Auburn, WA, part of Auburn School District. Lea Hill Elementary School serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lea Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,614 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Lea Hill Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Lea Hill 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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Lea Hill Elementary School — Students at Lea Hill Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Lea Hill Elementary School Compares
See how Lea Hill 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
30908 124th Ave SE, Auburn, WA 98092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lea Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Crest Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Millennium Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Kent), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hazelwood Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Auburn, see our Auburn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hazelwood Elementary School Auburn | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Willow Crest Elementary Auburn | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Rainier Middle School Auburn | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Arthur Jacobsen Elementary Auburn | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Auburn Mountainview High School Auburn | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Pine Tree Elementary School Kent | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Millennium Elementary School Kent | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Meadow Ridge Elementary School Kent | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Chinook Elementary School Auburn | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Horizon Elementary School Kent | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Cascade Middle School Auburn | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Auburn | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Dick Scobee Elementary School Auburn | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Kent Virtual Academy Kent | 3.0 mi | — |
| AUBURN ADVENTIST ACADEMY Auburn | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| The Outreach Program Kent | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Auburn Senior High School Auburn | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| BUENA VISTA SDA SCHOOL Auburn | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Special Ed School Auburn | 2.4 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary School Auburn | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lea Hill Elementary School
What grades does Lea Hill Elementary School serve?
Lea Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lea Hill Elementary School?
Lea Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lea Hill Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lea Hill Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lea Hill Elementary School rank in WA?
Lea Hill Elementary School ranks #1,614 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Lea Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lea Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Lea Hill Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lea Hill Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lea Hill Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lea Hill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lea Hill Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lea Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lea Hill Elementary School?
69.3% of students at Lea Hill 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
- 599
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.4%
- Phone
- (253) 931-4982
Resources & Links
District
Auburn School District- District Enrollment
- 18,107
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,620
- District Rank
- #14 of 24
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