Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carl Sandburg Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Sandburg 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
School Overview
Carl Sandburg Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
Carl Sandburg Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Sandburg Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#151 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
16%
9%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Sandburg Elementary School's ranking?
Carl Sandburg Elementary School is ranked #151 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Carl Sandburg Elementary School often compared to?
Carl Sandburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juanita Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Carl Sandburg Elementary School?
391 students attend Carl Sandburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Carl Sandburg Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl Sandburg Elementary School?
Carl Sandburg Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carl Sandburg Elementary School offer ?
Carl Sandburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl Sandburg Elementary School part of?
Carl Sandburg Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Carl Sandburg Elementary School located?
Carl Sandburg Elementary School is located in the Inglewood Finn Hill neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Inglewood Finn Hill.
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