Very Good
#578 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 26% in state
Victor Falls Elementary
Elementary School · Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
11401 188th Ave. Ct. E, Bonney Lake, WA 98391
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#578 of 2,228
In Bonney Lake
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 14
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Victor Falls Elementary
Victor Falls Elementary is a public elementary school in Bonney Lake, WA, part of Sumner-Bonney Lake School District. Victor Falls Elementary serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Victor Falls Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #578 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Victor Falls Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Victor Falls 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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Victor Falls Elementary — Students at Victor Falls Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Victor Falls Elementary Compares
See how Victor Falls 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
11401 188th Ave. Ct. E, Bonney Lake, WA 98391
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Victor Falls Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tehaleh Heights Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bonney Lake Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maple Lawn Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Sumner), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bonney Lake, see our Bonney Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bonney Lake High School Bonney Lake | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Mountain View Middle School Bonney Lake | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Donald Eismann Elementary Bonney Lake | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Liberty Ridge Elementary Sumner | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Bonney Lake Elementary Bonney Lake | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Tehaleh Heights Elementary School Bonney Lake | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MCALDER ELEMENTARY Puyallup | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Emerald Hills Elementary Bonney Lake | 3.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Lakeridge Middle School Bonney Lake | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Orting Elementary School Orting | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Orting Special Education Orting | 3.9 mi | — |
| Orting High School Orting | 3.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Foothills Elementary Buckley | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School Orting | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Orting Middle School Orting | 4.0 mi | 4.9 |
| CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sumner | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Maple Lawn Elementary Sumner | 3.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Crestwood Elementary Bonney Lake | 4.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Sumner Middle School Sumner | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Daffodil Valley Elementary Sumner | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Ancient Lakes Elementary Quincy, WA | 7.6 |
| Burnt Bridge Creek Elementary Sch Vancouver, WA | 7.6 |
| Colbert Elementary School Colbert, WA | 7.6 |
| Continuous Curriculum School Spokane, WA | 7.6 |
| Crescent Heights Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 7.6 |
| Evergreen Elementary Lakebay, WA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Victor Falls Elementary
What grades does Victor Falls Elementary serve?
Victor Falls Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Victor Falls Elementary?
Victor Falls Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Victor Falls Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Victor Falls Elementary is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Victor Falls Elementary rank in WA?
Victor Falls Elementary ranks #578 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Victor Falls Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Victor Falls Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Victor Falls Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Victor Falls Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Victor Falls Elementary a charter school?
No, Victor Falls Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Victor Falls Elementary a Title I school?
No, Victor Falls Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Victor Falls Elementary?
31.7% of students at Victor Falls 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (253) 891-4700
Resources & Links
District
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District- District Enrollment
- 10,674
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,438
- District Rank
- #8 of 14
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