Below Average
#1927 of 2,228 schools in WA
Sand Hill Elementary
Elementary School · North Mason School District
NE 791 Sand Hill Rd., Belfair, WA 98528
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,927 of 2,228
In Belfair
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
North Mason School District
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Sand Hill Elementary
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About Sand Hill Elementary
Sand Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Belfair, WA, part of North Mason School District. Sand Hill Elementary serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sand Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,927 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Sand Hill Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Sand Hill 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
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Sand Hill Elementary — Students at Sand Hill Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 3.8/10.
How Sand Hill Elementary Compares
See how Sand Hill Elementary 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
NE 791 Sand Hill Rd., Belfair, WA 98528
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sand Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vaughn Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Vaughn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Green Mountain Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Bremerton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grapeview Elementary & Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Grapeview), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belfair, see our Belfair schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mary E. Theler Early Learning Center Belfair | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Belfair Elementary Belfair | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| James A. Taylor High School Belfair | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| North Mason Homelink Program Belfair | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| North Mason Senior High School Belfair | 3.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Hawkins Middle School Belfair | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Sunnyslope Elementary School Port Orchard | 6.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Vaughn Elementary School Vaughn | 8.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Green Mountain Elementary Bremerton | 9.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Grapeview Elementary & Middle School Grapeview | 10.1 mi | 8.0 |
| TRUE FAITH ACADEMY Gig Harbor | 8.8 mi | — |
| Key Peninsula Middle School Lakebay | 11.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Minter Creek Elementary Gig Harbor | 9.3 mi | 8.0 |
| KITSAP ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bremerton | 10.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Washington Youth Academy Bremerton | 10.1 mi | — |
| Kitsap Lake Elementary Bremerton | 10.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Kitsap Co Detention Ctr Port Orchard | 9.5 mi | — |
| Klahowya Secondary Silverdale | 12.5 mi | 5.1 |
| CROSSPOINT Bremerton | 11.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Sidney Glen Elementary School Port Orchard | 9.6 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98528 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,571
Median Home Value
$367,400
Median Rent
$1,123/mo
Population
12,398
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
39.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arlington Elementary Spokane, WA | 4.5 |
| Birchwood Elementary School Bellingham, WA | 4.5 |
| Central Avenue Elementary Tacoma, WA | 4.5 |
| Discovery Elementary Everett, WA | 4.5 |
| Hearthwood Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 4.5 |
| Image Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sand Hill Elementary
What grades does Sand Hill Elementary serve?
Sand Hill Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sand Hill Elementary?
Sand Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sand Hill Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sand Hill Elementary is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sand Hill Elementary rank in WA?
Sand Hill Elementary ranks #1,927 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Sand Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sand Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Sand Hill Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sand Hill Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sand Hill Elementary a charter school?
No, Sand Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sand Hill Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sand Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sand Hill Elementary?
58.5% of students at Sand Hill 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Mason County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (360) 277-2330
Resources & Links
District
North Mason School District- District Enrollment
- 2,334
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,296
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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