Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cottage Lake 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 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- 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
Cottage Lake 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Cottage Lake Elementary School's student population of 258 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Cottage Lake 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 Cottage Lake Elementary School is 0.42, which is less 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
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottage Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Cottage Lake 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 Cottage Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Cottage Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Ridge Elementary School, Rosa Parks 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 Cottage Lake Elementary School?
258 students attend Cottage Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cottage Lake Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottage Lake Elementary School?
Cottage Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cottage Lake Elementary School offer ?
Cottage Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottage Lake Elementary School part of?
Cottage Lake Elementary School is part of Northshore School District.
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