At a glance
Reported students
695
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
37.76
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
18.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
97th percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
601.5
Sunnycrest Elementary School: 695 reported students.
State peer staffing position
91st percentile
18.4:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 677
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38.78
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.5:1
What the reported data says about Sunnycrest Elementary School
Sunnycrest Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Lake Stevens. It is one of 16 current school records connected to Lake Stevens School District. NCES reports 695 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 97th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 18.4:1, above the Washington median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (50.9%) and Asian (17.3%). English learners represent 11.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Sunnycrest Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 18.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 37.76 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 11.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 29.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.4
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White50.9%
- Hispanic13.7%
- Black6.2%
- Asian17.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1.3%
- Multiracial10.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Lake Stevens School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Stevens Creek Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
701 reported students
Glenwood Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
641 reported students
Skyline Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
562 reported students
Highland Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
557 reported students
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
554 reported students
Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
842 reported students
Public schools near Sunnycrest Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Creek Elementary Elementary · Lake Stevens School District | KG–05 | 701 | 0.5 mi |
| Highland Elementary Elementary · Lake Stevens School District | PK–05 | 557 | 0.8 mi |
| Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School Elementary · Lake Stevens School District | KG–05 | 554 | 2 mi |
| Sunnyside Elementary Elementary · Marysville School District | KG–06 | 452 | 2.2 mi |
| Hillcrest Elementary School Elementary · Lake Stevens School District | PK–05 | 842 | 2.4 mi |
| Skyline Elementary Elementary · Lake Stevens School District | PK–05 | 562 | 2.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Sunnycrest Elementary School
What grades does Sunnycrest Elementary School serve?
Sunnycrest Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Lake Stevens School District.
How many students attend Sunnycrest Elementary School?
Sunnycrest Elementary School reported 695 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 97th percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 677 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Sunnycrest Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 18.4:1, based on 695 students and 37.76 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Sunnycrest Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Sunnycrest Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Lake Stevens School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Sunnycrest Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
29.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Sunnycrest Elementary School in?
Sunnycrest Elementary School is part of Lake Stevens School District, based in Lake Stevens, WA, which operates 16 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Sunnycrest Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Stevens Creek Elementary (0.5 mi), Highland Elementary (0.8 mi), Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School (2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.