At a glance
Reported students
551
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
29.43
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
18.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
86th percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
627
Emerald Hills Elementary: 551 reported students.
State peer staffing position
93rd percentile
18.7:1 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
- 518
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29.87
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.3:1
What the reported data says about Emerald Hills Elementary
Emerald Hills Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Bonney Lake. It is one of 15 current school records connected to Sumner-Bonney Lake School District. NCES reports 551 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 86th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 18.7:1, 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 (64.8%) and Hispanic or Latino (15.2%). English learners represent 3.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 8.5%. 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 Emerald Hills Elementary
- 1How do the reported 18.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 29.43 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
- 3.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 8.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 28.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- 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
- White64.8%
- Hispanic15.2%
- Black2.2%
- Asian5.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial12%
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 Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Daffodil Valley Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
524 reported students
Liberty Ridge Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
515 reported students
Victor Falls Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
513 reported students
Tehaleh Heights Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
627 reported students
Maple Lawn Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
628 reported students
Donald Eismann Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
648 reported students
Public schools near Emerald Hills Elementary
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonney Lake Elementary Elementary · Sumner-Bonney Lake School District | PK–05 | 435 | 1.3 mi |
| Crestwood Elementary Elementary · Sumner-Bonney Lake School District | PK–05 | 393 | 1.9 mi |
| Dieringer Heights Elementary Elementary · Dieringer School District | PK–05 | 441 | 2.3 mi |
| Daffodil Valley Elementary Elementary · Sumner-Bonney Lake School District | PK–05 | 524 | 2.8 mi |
| Maple Lawn Elementary Elementary · Sumner-Bonney Lake School District | PK–05 | 628 | 3 mi |
| Lake Tapps Elementary Elementary · Dieringer School District | 01–03 | 460 | 3.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Emerald Hills Elementary
What grades does Emerald Hills Elementary serve?
Emerald Hills Elementary reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Sumner-Bonney Lake School District.
How many students attend Emerald Hills Elementary?
Emerald Hills Elementary reported 551 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 86th percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 518 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Emerald Hills Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 18.7:1, based on 551 students and 29.43 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 Emerald Hills Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Emerald Hills Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Sumner-Bonney Lake School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Emerald Hills Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
28.9% 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 Emerald Hills Elementary in?
Emerald Hills Elementary is part of Sumner-Bonney Lake School District, based in Sumner, WA, which operates 15 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Emerald Hills Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Bonney Lake Elementary (1.3 mi), Crestwood Elementary (1.9 mi), Dieringer Heights Elementary (2.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.