Excellent
#104 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 5% in state
Sunny Hills Elementary
Elementary School · Issaquah School District
3200 ISSAQUAH-PINE LAKE RD SE, Sammamish, WA 98075
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Sammamish
#2 of 4
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#100 of 1,202
In district
#8 of 30
Issaquah School District
Equity
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Sunny Hills Elementary
Sunny Hills Elementary serves 565 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Sammamish, Washington. It earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — and ranks #74 out of 2,225 public schools statewide. That places Sunny Hills in the top 3% in Washington, outperforming 97% of the state's public schools across all grade levels.
Academic performance is the strongest signal at 9.7 out of 10, reflecting consistently high test outcomes across K–5 grades. Growth scores reach 9.2 out of 10, meaning students here advance at a pace that exceeds nearly every comparable school in Washington. Within Sammamish, the school ranks 3rd out of 14 public schools — and among Washington's 1,202 elementary schools, it sits at #71 statewide.
The school runs a student-teacher ratio of 17.1 to 1. As a regular public school, it serves the Sammamish community without selective admissions — making these results available to every family in the local attendance zone. For parents comparing elementary schools across Washington, Sunny Hills delivers Exceptional-rated outcomes that are difficult to find anywhere in the state.
Score Breakdown
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Sunny Hills Elementary — Students at Sunny Hills Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11%
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: 9.2/10.
How Sunny Hills Elementary Compares
See how Sunny Hills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 82% (2019) to 83.6% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 84% (2019) to 82.7% (2024).
Location
3200 ISSAQUAH-PINE LAKE RD SE, Sammamish, WA 98075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunny Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Challenger Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Issaquah), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cedar Trails Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BRIGHT HORIZONS AT THE HIGHLANDS (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Issaquah), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sammamish, see our Sammamish schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKESIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah | 0.1 mi | — |
| Pine Lake Middle School Sammamish | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Discovery Elementary Issaquah | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Cedar Trails Elementary Sammamish | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Skyline High School Sammamish | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ARBOR SCHOOLS Sammamish | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Beaver Lake Middle School Issaquah | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| EASTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Issaquah | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Challenger Elementary Issaquah | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| ISSAQUAH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah | 1.6 mi | — |
| Pacific Cascade Middle School Issaquah | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - SAMMAMISH Issaquah | 1.5 mi | — |
| SNOQUALMIE SPRINGS SCHOOL Issaquah | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Issaquah Special Services Issaquah | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Eastlake High School Sammamish | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Renaissance School of Art and Reasoning Sammamish | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS AT THE HIGHLANDS Issaquah | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| PACIFIC LEARNING ACADEMY Issaquah | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| DARTMOOR SCHOOL Issaquah | 2.6 mi | — |
| Creekside Elementary Sammamish | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,457,900
Median Rent
$3,072/mo
Population
25,231
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
88.6%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
41.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sunny Hills Elementary has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,457,900, with a median rent of $3,072/month. The local poverty rate of 2.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Apollo Elementary Renton, WA | 8.8 |
| Bemiss Elementary Spokane, WA | 8.8 |
| Cascade View Elementary School Snoqualmie, WA | 8.8 |
| Catharine Blaine K-8 School Seattle, WA | 8.8 |
| Chambers Elementary University Pla, WA | 8.8 |
| Davis Elementary College Place, WA | 8.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunny Hills Elementary
What grades does Sunny Hills Elementary serve?
Sunny Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunny Hills Elementary?
Sunny Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunny Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunny Hills Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunny Hills Elementary rank in WA?
Sunny Hills Elementary is ranked #104 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Sunny Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunny Hills Elementary has a composite rating of 8.8 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 Sunny Hills Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sunny Hills Elementary has 83.3% math proficiency and 83.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sunny Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Sunny Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunny Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sunny Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunny Hills Elementary?
11.0% of students at Sunny Hills 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
- 49 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 30 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 40 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- Average (570/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 565
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (425) 837-7400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Issaquah School District- District Enrollment
- 19,452
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,188
- District Rank
- #8 of 30
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