Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Juanita Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juanita Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Juanita Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Juanita Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juanita Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#298 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
9%
5%
White
47%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juanita Elementary School's ranking?
Juanita Elementary School is ranked #298 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Juanita Elementary School often compared to?
Juanita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl Sandburg Elementary School, Helen Keller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Juanita Elementary School?
358 students attend Juanita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Juanita Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juanita Elementary School?
Juanita Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Juanita Elementary School offer ?
Juanita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Juanita Elementary School part of?
Juanita Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Juanita Elementary School located?
Juanita Elementary School is located in the North Juanita neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Juanita.
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