Excellent
#302 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 14% in state
Rock Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Tahoma School District
25700 MAPLE VALLEY BLK DIAM RD, Maple Valley, WA 98038
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Maple Valley
#2 of 7
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#279 of 1,202
In district
#2 of 9
Tahoma School District
Equity
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Rock Creek Elementary
Rock Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Maple Valley, WA, part of the Tahoma School District. The school serves approximately 698 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 86.5th percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 66% proficiency in math, 20 points above the state average and 78% in reading/language arts, 27 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $144,733, where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Rock Creek Elementary — Students at Rock Creek Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 13 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: 8.4/10.
How Rock Creek Elementary Compares
See how Rock Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 73% (2019) to 64.7% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 77% (2019) to 77% (2024).
Location
25700 MAPLE VALLEY BLK DIAM RD, Maple Valley, WA 98038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rock Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crestwood Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Covington), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cedar River Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Shadow Lake Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Maple Valley, see our Maple Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tahoma Senior High School Maple Valley | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Tahoma Open Doors Maple Valley | 1.1 mi | — |
| Glacier Park Elementary Maple Valley | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Summit Trail Middle School Ravensdale | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Lake Wilderness Elementary Maple Valley | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| BLOSSOMING HILL MONTESSORI Maple Valley | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Tahoma Elementary Maple Valley | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Shadow Lake Elementary Maple Valley | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Cedar River Elementary Maple Valley | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Sawyer Woods Elementary School Black Diamond | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Kentlake High School Kent | 3.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Cedar Heights Middle School Covington | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Black Diamond Elementary Black Diamond | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Cedar Valley Elementary School Covington | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Grass Lake Elementary School Kent | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Jenkins Creek Elementary School Covington | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| RAINIER CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Auburn | 4.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Maple View Middle School Covington | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Crestwood Elementary School Covington | 3.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Kentwood High School Covington | 4.6 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,733
Median Home Value
$714,100
Median Rent
$2,152/mo
Population
37,868
College Educated
46.4%
Homeownership
86.1%
Avg Commute
37.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
38.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Rock Creek Elementary has a median household income of $144,733. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $714,100, with a median rent of $2,152/month. The local poverty rate of 5.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dorothy Fox Camas, WA | 8.2 |
| Fairmount Elementary Everett, WA | 8.2 |
| Issaquah Valley Elementary Issaquah, WA | 8.2 |
| Lewis & Clark Elementary School Richland, WA | 8.2 |
| Lockwood Elementary Bothell, WA | 8.2 |
| McDonald International School Seattle, WA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rock Creek Elementary
What grades does Rock Creek Elementary serve?
Rock Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rock Creek Elementary?
Rock Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 698 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rock Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rock Creek Elementary is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rock Creek Elementary rank in WA?
Rock Creek Elementary is ranked #302 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Rock Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rock Creek Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Rock Creek Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Rock Creek Elementary has 66.2% math proficiency and 77.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Rock Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Rock Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rock Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rock Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rock Creek Elementary?
17.3% of students at Rock Creek 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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 46 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 27 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 51 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (1,580/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 698
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (425) 413-3300
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Tahoma School District- District Enrollment
- 9,233
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,955
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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