Below Average
#1941 of 2,228 schools in WA
Sunnycrest Elementary School
Elementary School · Federal Way School District
24629 42ND AV S, Kent, WA 98032
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,941 of 2,228
In Kent
#25 of 31
public schools
In district
#23 of 41
Federal Way School District
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Sunnycrest Elementary School
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About Sunnycrest Elementary School
Sunnycrest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kent, WA, part of Federal Way School District. Sunnycrest Elementary School serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunnycrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,941 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Sunnycrest Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Sunnycrest 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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Sunnycrest Elementary School — Students at Sunnycrest Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 3.9/10.
How Sunnycrest Elementary School Compares
See how Sunnycrest Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
24629 42ND AV S, Kent, WA 98032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunnycrest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Des Moines), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Des Moines), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Star Lake Elementary School (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kent, see our Kent schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Star Lake Elementary School Kent | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| BASIC STEPS ACADEMY Kent | 0.9 mi | — |
| Evergreen Middle School Kent | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| River Ridge Elementary Seatac | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Parkside Elementary Des Moines | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Cascade Public Schools Des Moines | 1.5 mi | — |
| Neely O Brien Elementary School Kent | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Pacific Middle School Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Midway Elementary Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| K-SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Valhalla Elementary School Auburn | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Auburn | 2.1 mi | — |
| Mark Twain Elementary School Federal Way | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Kent Elementary School Kent | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Mount Rainier High School Des Moines | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Des Moines Elementary Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Woodmont K-8 School Des Moines | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School Auburn | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL Des Moines | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,413
Median Home Value
$473,000
Median Rent
$1,782/mo
Population
40,150
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
41.4%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Christensen Elementary Tacoma, WA | 4.4 |
| Fircrest Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 4.4 |
| Harney Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 4.4 |
| Martin Luther King Elementary Vancouver, WA | 4.4 |
| Robert Frost Elementary Pasco, WA | 4.4 |
| Arlington Elementary Spokane, WA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunnycrest Elementary School
What grades does Sunnycrest Elementary School serve?
Sunnycrest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sunnycrest Elementary School?
Sunnycrest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunnycrest Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunnycrest Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunnycrest Elementary School rank in WA?
Sunnycrest Elementary School ranks #1,941 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Sunnycrest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunnycrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Sunnycrest Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunnycrest Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sunnycrest Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunnycrest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunnycrest Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunnycrest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunnycrest Elementary School?
86.9% of students at Sunnycrest 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
- 527
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (253) 945-4100
Resources & Links
District
Federal Way School District- District Enrollment
- 21,818
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,898
- District Rank
- #23 of 41
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