Is Discovery Community School a good school?

Discovery Community School ranks 199 th of 1168 Washington elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Discovery Community School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 73 students attended Discovery Community School.

What is the racial makeup of Discovery Community School?

Students at Discovery Community School are 60% White, 29% Asian, 8% Two or more races, 3% Hispanic.

Discovery Community School

Summary:

Discovery Community School is a public elementary school located in Kirkland, Washington, serving 73 students in grades K-5 and part of the highly-ranked Lake Washington School District.

Discovery Community School is a high-performing school, consistently ranking among the top 20% of elementary schools in Washington. The school has a higher percentage of White (60.27%) and Asian (28.77%) students compared to the surrounding schools, which have more diverse student populations. Academically, Discovery Community School excels, with 69.44% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts in 2023-2024, compared to the state average of 52.63%. This strong academic performance is a key strength, with the school outperforming many nearby schools like Helen Keller Elementary and Juanita Elementary. However, Discovery Community School has a higher student-teacher ratio of 23.3:1 compared to the surrounding schools, and a relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a less diverse and more affluent student population.

Overall, Discovery Community School is a standout elementary school within the Lake Washington School District, consistently delivering strong academic results and ranking among the top schools in the state. As the district and state continue to prioritize academic achievement, Discovery Community School's continued success will be an important factor in the overall educational landscape.

Detail:

Public K-5

12801 84th NE
Kirkland, WA 98034-2600

(425) 936-2704

District: Lake Washington School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
199^th of 1,168 Washington Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $14,942

Student/teacher ratio: 23.3

Number of students: 73

Racial breakdown:

White:

60.3%

Asian:

28.8%

Two or more races:

8.2%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 5.5%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Discovery Community School ranks better than 83% of elementary schools in Washington. It also ranks 26^th among 31 ranked elementary schools in the Lake Washington School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 82.29. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (60.3%), Asian (28.8%), two or more races (8.2%). (See more...)

Compare Details 5.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

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Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Discovery Community School is 23.3, which is the highest among 32 elementary schools in the Lake Washington School District! (See more...)

Compare Discovery Community School employs 3.1 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Discovery Community School is $14,942. 30 elementary schools in the Lake Washington School District spend more per student.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Discovery Community School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Lake Washington School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Lake Washington School District 4^th of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Discovery Community School

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Rank History for all students at Discovery Community School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WA State Percentile
2004	78.55	170^th	1026	83.4%
2006	82.56	120^th	1051	88.6%
2007	93.71	33^rd	1069	96.9%
2008	93.41	29^th	1067	97.3%
2009	85.76	93^rd	1072	91.3%
2010	86.06	99^th	1088	90.9%
2011	92.43	35^th	1092	96.8%
2012	87.54	77^th	1097	93.0%
2013	91.87	32^nd	1106	97.1%
2015	94.74	36^th	1067	96.6%
2017	94.08	37^th	1056	96.5%
2018	97.11	13^th	1054	98.8%
2019	84.48	155^th	1130	86.3%
2021	89.51	112^th	1107	89.9%
2022	89.33	112^th	1169	90.4%
2024	82.29	199^th	1168	83.0%

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Rank History for Female students at Discovery Community School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	76.93	228^th	1100	79.3%

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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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by a parent
Friday, October 13, 2023

We love Discovery Community! The kids have the same teacher for 2 years and a mixed age classroom so everyone in the school gets to know each other. The high parent involvement really benefits the children - they get amazing field trips, Friday Specials (where parents teach kids things like photography, yoga, dance, chess, etc.), events like spring camp and talent shows to name a few. It really does feel like a community where everyone supports each other. The 3 teachers are all absolutely phenomenal and really care for the kids. My child is thriving here! Close Quote

by a parent
Thursday, January 5, 2017

we are eternally grateful to be part of such an amazing community. the teachers and staff are top notch. we have 2 students at DCS and just love it. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Discovery Community School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
1995	41	1	3	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	45
1996	41	1	3	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	45
1997	58	1	2	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	61
1998	64	2	1	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	68
1999	40	1	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	42
2000	67	2	1	1	1	n/a	n/a	0	72
2001	65	2	1	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	69
2002	68	1	2	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	71
2003	68	1	2	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	71
2004	68	0	2	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	70
2005	65	0	4	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	69
2006	60	1	5	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	66
2007	54	1	7	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	63
2008	51	1	11	0	0	n/a	n/a	2	65
2009	54	3	14	0	0	n/a	n/a	2	73
2010	47	2	17	0	0	n/a	n/a	7	73
2011	51	1	15	0	0	0	5	0	72
2012	54	0	13	0	0	0	6	0	73
2013	61	0	7	0	0	0	6	0	74
2014	51	0	12	3	0	0	7	0	73
2015	48	0	13	3	0	0	9	0	73
2016	44	0	17	3	0	0	7	0	71
2017	43	0	20	3	0	0	6	0	72
2018	45	0	16	2	0	0	6	0	69
2019	45	0	16	4	0	0	4	0	69
2020	50	0	12	3	0	0	5	0	70
2021	50	0	14	4	0	0	5	0	73
2022	42	0	17	1	0	0	5	0	65
2023	44	0	21	2	0	0	6	0	73

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Discovery Community School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1995	45	0.0	0.0	n/a
1996	45	0.0	0.0	n/a
1997	61	0.0	0.0	n/a
1998	68	0.0	0.0	n/a
1999	42	0.0	0.0	n/a
2000	72	0.1	720.0	n/a
2001	69	0.1	690.0	n/a
2002	71	1.4	50.7	n/a
2003	71	1.4	50.7	n/a
2004	70	2.0	35.0	n/a
2005	69	2.4	28.8	0
2006	66	3.4	19.4	0
2007	63	3.4	18.5	0
2008	65	3.4	19.1	0
2009	73	3.4	21.5	n/a
2010	73	3.4	21.4	n/a
2011	72	3.5	20.5	0
2012	73	3.3	21.5	4.1
2013	74	3.5	21.1	5.4
2014	73	n/a	n/a	4.1
2015	73	5.0	14.6	4.1
2016	71	4.0	17.7	4.2
2017	72	4.2	16.7	4.2
2018	69	3.2	21.4	0
2019	69	3.4	20.1	n/a
2020	70	3.4	20.2	4.3
2021	73	3.2	22.3	5.5
2022	65	3.2	19.9	4.6
2023	73	3.1	23.3	5.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Discovery Community School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1995	45	0.0	0.0	n/a
1996	45	0.0	0.0	n/a
1997	61	0.0	0.0	n/a
1998	68	0.0	0.0	n/a
1999	42	0.0	0.0	n/a
2000	72	0.1	720.0	n/a
2001	69	0.1	690.0	n/a
2002	71	1.4	50.7	n/a
2003	71	1.4	50.7	n/a
2004	70	2.0	35.0	n/a
2005	69	2.4	28.8	0
2006	66	3.4	19.4	0
2007	63	3.4	18.5	0
2008	65	3.4	19.1	0
2009	73	3.4	21.5	n/a
2010	73	3.4	21.4	n/a
2011	72	3.5	20.5	0
2012	73	3.3	21.5	4.1
2013	74	3.5	21.1	5.4
2014	73	n/a	n/a	4.1
2015	73	5.0	14.6	4.1
2016	71	4.0	17.7	4.2
2017	72	4.2	16.7	4.2
2018	69	3.2	21.4	0
2019	69	3.4	20.1	n/a
2020	70	3.4	20.2	4.3
2021	73	3.2	22.3	5.5
2022	65	3.2	19.9	4.6
2023	73	3.1	23.3	5.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

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