Excellent
#53 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 2% 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
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#53 of 2,228
In Bonney Lake
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 14
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Tehaleh Heights Elementary School
Elementary School in Bonney Lake · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tehaleh Heights Elementary School
Tehaleh Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bonney Lake, WA, part of Sumner-Bonney Lake School District. Tehaleh Heights Elementary School serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Tehaleh Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #53 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Tehaleh Heights Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- WA avg 6.8
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 16 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: 9.8/10.
How Tehaleh Heights Elementary School Compares
See how Tehaleh Heights 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
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. Bonney Lake Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Ridgecrest Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Puyallup), a more accessible option. 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 | 7.1 |
| Orting Special Education Orting | 1.9 mi | — |
| Orting High School Orting | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School Orting | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Victor Falls Elementary Bonney Lake | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Orting Middle School Orting | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Bonney Lake High School Bonney Lake | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Mountain View Middle School Bonney Lake | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MCALDER ELEMENTARY Puyallup | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Liberty Ridge Elementary Sumner | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Bonney Lake Elementary Bonney Lake | 4.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Warren Hunt Elem Puyallup | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Ridgecrest Elementary Puyallup | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| G W Edgerton Elementary Puyallup | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Pope Elementary Puyallup | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Sunrise Elementary Puyallup | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Glacier View Junior High Puyallup | 4.0 mi | 4.5 |
| CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sumner | 4.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Lakeridge Middle School Bonney Lake | 5.2 mi | 7.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beachwood Elementary School Jblm Lewis North, WA | 9.3 |
| Briarwood Elementary Renton, WA | 9.3 |
| Dearborn Park International School Seattle, WA | 9.3 |
| Freeman Elementary School Rockford, WA | 9.3 |
| Horace Mann Elementary Redmond, WA | 9.3 |
| John Stanford International School Seattle, WA | 9.3 |
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 ranks #53 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Tehaleh Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tehaleh Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Tehaleh Heights Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tehaleh Heights Elementary School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.6%
- Phone
- (253) 891-6530
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
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