Serving 394 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- 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 394 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Rankings
Juanita Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juanita Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#216 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
9%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
6%
5%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lake Washington School District
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 #216 out of 2,088 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
394 students attend Juanita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Juanita Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juanita Elementary School?
Juanita Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Juanita Elementary School offer ?
Juanita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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