Excellent
#93 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 4% in state
Tehaleh Heights Elementary School
Elementary School · Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
17520 Berkeley Parkway East, Bonney Lake, WA 98391
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Bonney Lake
#1 of 9
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#90 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 14
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
Equity
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Tehaleh Heights Elementary School
Tehaleh Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bonney Lake, WA, part of the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District. The school serves approximately 497 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 95.9th percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 79% proficiency in math, 33 points above the state average and 82% in reading/language arts, 32 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $129,233, where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Tehaleh Heights Elementary School — Students at Tehaleh Heights Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.1%
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: 9.6/10.
How Tehaleh Heights Elementary School Compares
See how Tehaleh Heights Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 77% (2019) to 78.9% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 77% (2019) to 84.3% (2024).
Location
17520 Berkeley Parkway East, Bonney Lake, WA 98391
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tehaleh Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Ridge Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Sumner), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bonney Lake Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Donald Eismann Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bonney Lake, see our Bonney Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Donald Eismann Elementary Bonney Lake | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Orting Elementary School Orting | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Orting Special Education Orting | 1.9 mi | — |
| Orting High School Orting | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School Orting | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Victor Falls Elementary Bonney Lake | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Orting Middle School Orting | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Bonney Lake High School Bonney Lake | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Mountain View Middle School Bonney Lake | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MCALDER ELEMENTARY Puyallup | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Liberty Ridge Elementary Sumner | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Bonney Lake Elementary Bonney Lake | 4.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Warren Hunt Elem Puyallup | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Ridgecrest Elementary Puyallup | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| G W Edgerton Elementary Puyallup | 3.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Pope Elementary Puyallup | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Sunrise Elementary Puyallup | 3.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Glacier View Junior High Puyallup | 4.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sumner | 4.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Lakeridge Middle School Bonney Lake | 5.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98391 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,233
Median Home Value
$578,300
Median Rent
$2,178/mo
Population
57,691
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
86.3%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
37
Community Profile
The community surrounding Tehaleh Heights Elementary School has a median household income of $129,233. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $578,300, with a median rent of $2,178/month. The local poverty rate of 3.8% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Kirkland, WA | 8.9 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Vancouver, WA | 8.9 |
| Broadway Elementary Spokane Valley, WA | 8.9 |
| Cedar Trails Elementary Sammamish, WA | 8.9 |
| Emily Dickinson Elementary Redmond, WA | 8.9 |
| Grand Ridge Elementary Issaquah, WA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tehaleh Heights Elementary School
What grades does Tehaleh Heights Elementary School serve?
Tehaleh Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tehaleh Heights Elementary School?
Tehaleh Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tehaleh Heights Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tehaleh Heights 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 Tehaleh Heights Elementary School rank in WA?
Tehaleh Heights Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Tehaleh Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tehaleh Heights Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.9 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 Tehaleh Heights Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Tehaleh Heights Elementary School has 78.6% math proficiency and 81.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Tehaleh Heights Elementary School a charter school?
No, Tehaleh Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tehaleh Heights Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Tehaleh Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tehaleh Heights Elementary School?
17.1% of students at Tehaleh Heights 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
- 497
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 891-6530
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District- District Enrollment
- 10,674
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,438
- District Rank
- #1 of 14
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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