Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Challenger Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 72% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Challenger 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
Diversity
School Overview
Challenger Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Challenger 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 Challenger Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#130 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
34%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Challenger Elementary School's ranking?
Challenger Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Challenger Elementary School often compared to?
Challenger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Endeavour Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Challenger Elementary School?
395 students attend Challenger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Challenger Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Challenger Elementary School?
Challenger Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Challenger Elementary School offer ?
Challenger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Challenger Elementary School part of?
Challenger Elementary School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Challenger Elementary School located?
Challenger Elementary School is located in the Klahanie neighborhood of Issaquah, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Klahanie.
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