Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Phantom Lake 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phantom Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Phantom Lake Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phantom Lake 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 Phantom Lake Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#368 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
7%
5%
White
35%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phantom Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Phantom Lake Elementary School is ranked #368 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Phantom Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Phantom Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore Elementary School, Sherwood Forest 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Phantom Lake Elementary School?
452 students attend Phantom Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Phantom Lake Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phantom Lake Elementary School?
Phantom Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Phantom Lake Elementary School offer ?
Phantom Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Phantom Lake Elementary School part of?
Phantom Lake Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Phantom Lake Elementary School located?
Phantom Lake Elementary School is located in the West Lake Sammamish neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in West Lake Sammamish.
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