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Very Good

#515 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 23% in state

Lee Elementary

Elementary School · Eastmont School District

1455 N. Baker Ave., East Wenatchee, WA 98802

Enrollment

526

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#515 of 2,228

In East Wenatchee

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

Eastmont School District

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Lee Elementary

7.7/10

Elementary School in East Wenatchee · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cascade Elementary

8.8/10

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4.7/10

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About Lee Elementary

Lee Elementary is a public elementary school in East Wenatchee, WA, part of Eastmont School District. Lee Elementary serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #515 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Lee Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Lee 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 Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.7% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+16.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,625
Chronic Absenteeism34.2%

Lee Elementary — Students at Lee Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 59.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.6% (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
50%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
41.5%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
46.2%
ELA
51.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.

How Lee Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in WA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.2%

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

1455 N. Baker Ave., East Wenatchee, WA 98802

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cascade Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grant Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mission View Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Wenatchee), with a very similar rating. For more schools in East Wenatchee, see our East Wenatchee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Cascade Elementary East Wenatchee 1.1 mi 8.8
Eastmont Junior High East Wenatchee 1.1 mi 4.7
Pinnacles Prep Charter School Wenatchee 1.1 mi 7.3
Eastmont Academy East Wenatchee 1.3 mi
Sterling Junior High School East Wenatchee 1.3 mi 5.6
Eastmont Senior High East Wenatchee 1.4 mi 4.5
Eastmont Preschools East Wenatchee 1.4 mi 5.6
Chelan County Juvenile Detention Center Wenatchee 1.2 mi
Skill Source Wenatchee 1.2 mi
Open Doors Re-Engagement Wenatchee 1.2 mi 6.6
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wenatchee 1.2 mi 6.3
Abraham Lincoln Elementary Wenatchee 1.6 mi 7.1
Kenroy Elementary East Wenatchee 1.5 mi 6.2
Mission View Elementary School Wenatchee 2.0 mi 7.8
Columbia Elementary School Wenatchee 1.5 mi 6.3
THE RIVER ACADEMY Wenatchee 1.9 mi 4.9
Pioneer Middle School Wenatchee 1.8 mi 6.3
Orchard Middle School Wenatchee 1.6 mi 5.6
Grant Elementary School East Wenatchee 2.1 mi 8.1
Wenatchee High School Wenatchee 2.1 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,228

Median Home Value

$431,900

Median Rent

$1,361/mo

Population

32,170

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lee Elementary

What grades does Lee Elementary serve?

Lee Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Lee Elementary?

Lee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lee Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lee Elementary rank in WA?

Lee Elementary ranks #515 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Lee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Lee Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lee Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lee Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

70.3% of students at Lee 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.2%

District

Eastmont School District
District Enrollment
6,089
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,625
District Rank
#4 of 10

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