Excellent
#110 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 5% in state
Based on limited data
Willow Crest Elementary
Elementary School · Auburn School District
13002 SE 304th ST, Auburn, WA 98092
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#110 of 2,228
In Auburn
#1 of 31
public schools
In district
#1 of 24
Auburn School District
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Willow Crest Elementary
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About Willow Crest Elementary
Willow Crest Elementary is a public elementary school in Auburn, WA, part of Auburn School District. Willow Crest Elementary serves approximately 607 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Crest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #110 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Willow Crest Elementary show 57% math proficiency (2024 SBA) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 SBA). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 5.8
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Willow Crest Elementary — Students at Willow Crest Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
How Willow Crest Elementary Compares
See how Willow Crest Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13002 SE 304th ST, Auburn, WA 98092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Crest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meridian Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Kent), a more accessible option. Another option is Martin Sortun Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Kent), a more accessible option. Additionally, Lake View Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Auburn, see our Auburn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lea Hill Elementary School Auburn | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Arthur Jacobsen Elementary Auburn | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Auburn Mountainview High School Auburn | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Hazelwood Elementary School Auburn | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Rainier Middle School Auburn | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Pine Tree Elementary School Kent | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Horizon Elementary School Kent | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Millennium Elementary School Kent | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Meadow Ridge Elementary School Kent | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Chinook Elementary School Auburn | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Meridian Elementary School Kent | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Kent Virtual Academy Kent | 2.8 mi | — |
| The Outreach Program Kent | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| SUNSHINE MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kent | 3.2 mi | 2.0 |
| Cascade Middle School Auburn | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Lake View Elementary School Auburn | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Martin Sortun Elementary School Kent | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Dick Scobee Elementary School Auburn | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Auburn | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| AUBURN ADVENTIST ACADEMY Auburn | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,614
Median Home Value
$594,800
Median Rent
$1,870/mo
Population
50,510
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Apollo Elementary Renton, WA | 9.0 |
| Apple Valley Elementary Yakima, WA | 9.0 |
| Benjamin Rush Elementary Redmond, WA | 9.0 |
| Cascade View Elementary School Snoqualmie, WA | 9.0 |
| Discovery Elementary Issaquah, WA | 9.0 |
| Forest View Elementary School Everett, WA | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow Crest Elementary
What grades does Willow Crest Elementary serve?
Willow Crest Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Willow Crest Elementary?
Willow Crest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 607 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Crest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Crest Elementary 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 Willow Crest Elementary rank in WA?
Willow Crest Elementary ranks #110 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Willow Crest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow Crest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Willow Crest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willow Crest Elementary has 57% math proficiency (2024 SBA) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 SBA).
Is Willow Crest Elementary a charter school?
No, Willow Crest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willow Crest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Willow Crest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willow Crest Elementary?
58.0% of students at Willow Crest 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 607
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (253) 931-4717
Resources & Links
District
Auburn School District- District Enrollment
- 18,107
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,620
- District Rank
- #1 of 24
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