Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Puesta Del Sol Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puesta Del Sol 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
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Puesta Del Sol 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
#191 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
9%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
40%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puesta Del Sol Elementary School's ranking?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Puesta Del Sol Elementary School often compared to?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jing Mei Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Puesta Del Sol Elementary School?
450 students attend Puesta Del Sol Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Puesta Del Sol Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puesta Del Sol Elementary School?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Puesta Del Sol Elementary School offer ?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Puesta Del Sol Elementary School part of?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Puesta Del Sol Elementary School located?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is located in the Factoria neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Factoria.
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