Average
#1065 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 48% in state
Summitview Elementary
Elementary School · West Valley School District (Yakima)
6305 W Chestnut Ave, Yakima, WA 98908
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,065 of 2,228
In Yakima
#21 of 40
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
West Valley School District (Yakima)
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Summitview Elementary
Summitview Elementary is a public elementary school in Yakima, WA, part of West Valley School District (Yakima). Summitview Elementary serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Summitview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,065 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Summitview Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.9
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Summitview 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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Summitview Elementary — Students at Summitview Elementary score 43% 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 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: 6.3/10.
How Summitview Elementary Compares
See how Summitview 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
6305 W Chestnut Ave, Yakima, WA 98908
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summitview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Apple Valley Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cottonwood Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robertson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yakima, see our Yakima schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRIST THE TEACHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yakima | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Wide Hollow Elementary Yakima | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| YAKIMA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yakima | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Gilbert Elementary School Yakima | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Wilson Middle School Yakima | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| West Valley Mid-Level Campus Yakima | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Whitney Elementary Yakima | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Eisenhower High School Yakima | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF YAKIMA Yakima | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Apple Valley Elementary Yakima | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| K-8 Learning Lab Yakima | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital dba Children's Village Yakima | 1.9 mi | — |
| WEST CHESTNUT ACADEMY Yakima | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Nob Hill Elementary School Yakima | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Yakima | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| WEST VALLEY VIRTUAL ACADEMY 9-12 Yakima | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| WEST VALLEY VIRTUAL ACADEMY 7-8 Yakima | 2.5 mi | — |
| WEST VALLEY VIRTUAL ACADEMY K-6 Yakima | 2.5 mi | — |
| West Valley Innovation Center Yakima | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Robertson Elementary Yakima | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98908 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,266
Median Home Value
$356,900
Median Rent
$1,302/mo
Population
37,921
College Educated
32.8%
Homeownership
69.6%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnes Elementary Kelso, WA | 6.5 |
| Black Lake Elementary Olympia, WA | 6.5 |
| Brentwood Elementary School Spokane, WA | 6.5 |
| CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY Bellevue, WA | 6.5 |
| Columbia Elementary Burbank, WA | 6.5 |
| Covington Elementary School Covington, WA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summitview Elementary
What grades does Summitview Elementary serve?
Summitview Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Summitview Elementary?
Summitview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summitview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Summitview 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 Summitview Elementary rank in WA?
Summitview Elementary ranks #1,065 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Summitview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Summitview Elementary 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 Summitview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Summitview Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Summitview Elementary a charter school?
No, Summitview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Summitview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Summitview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Summitview Elementary?
69.3% of students at Summitview 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 492
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Yakima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (509) 972-5540
Resources & Links
District
West Valley School District (Yakima)- District Enrollment
- 5,520
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,141
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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