Average
#1036 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 47% in state
Soos Creek Elementary School
Elementary School · Kent School District
12651 SE 218th Place, Kent, WA 98031
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,036 of 2,228
In Kent
#9 of 31
public schools
In district
#13 of 42
Kent School District
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Soos Creek Elementary School
Soos Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kent, WA, part of Kent School District. Soos Creek Elementary School serves approximately 282 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Soos Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,036 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Soos Creek Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Soos Creek 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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Soos Creek Elementary School — Students at Soos Creek Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Soos Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Soos Creek 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
12651 SE 218th Place, Kent, WA 98031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Soos Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunrise Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Youngs Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meridian Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kent, see our Kent schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Elementary School Kent | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Kentridge High School Kent | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Emerald Park Elementary School Kent | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Meridian Middle School Kent | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| CASCADE VISTA BAPTIST SCHOOL Kent | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Park Orchard Elementary School Kent | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Glenridge Elementary Kent | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Meeker Middle School Renton | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| SUNBEAMS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kent | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Martin Sortun Elementary School Kent | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Kent Laboratory Academy Kent | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Lake Youngs Elementary School Kent | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| SUNSHINE MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kent | 2.1 mi | 2.0 |
| George T. Daniel Elementary School Kent | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Panther Lake Elementary School Kent | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Benson Hill Elementary School Renton | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Carriage Crest Elementary School Renton | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Meridian Elementary School Kent | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Springbrook Elementary School Kent | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| East Hill Elementary School Kent | 2.2 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,458
Median Home Value
$552,300
Median Rent
$1,956/mo
Population
40,898
College Educated
30.4%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnes Elementary Kelso, WA | 6.5 |
| CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY Bellevue, WA | 6.5 |
| Columbia Elementary Burbank, WA | 6.5 |
| Columbia Elementary School Bellingham, WA | 6.5 |
| Emerald Park Elementary School Kent, WA | 6.5 |
| La Conner Elementary La Conner, WA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Soos Creek Elementary School
What grades does Soos Creek Elementary School serve?
Soos Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Soos Creek Elementary School?
Soos Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 282 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Soos Creek Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Soos Creek Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Soos Creek Elementary School rank in WA?
Soos Creek Elementary School ranks #1,036 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Soos Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Soos Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Soos Creek Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Soos Creek Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Soos Creek Elementary School a charter school?
No, Soos Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Soos Creek Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Soos Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Soos Creek Elementary School?
50.7% of students at Soos Creek 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
- 282
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (253) 373-7690
Resources & Links
District
Kent School District- District Enrollment
- 25,700
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,199
- District Rank
- #13 of 42
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