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Discovery Community School

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Discovery Community School ranks 189 th of 1160 Washington elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public Grades K-5

189^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 1,160 Washington Elementary Schools

Better than 84% of Washington elementary schools

Summary

Discovery Community School is a small, highly-rated public elementary school serving just 71 students in grades K-5 within the top-ranked Lake Washington School District in Kirkland, Washington.

What truly sets Discovery apart is its remarkably small size and its ability to achieve strong academic results with fewer resources. With only 71 students, it is a fraction of the size of nearby schools like Peter Kirk Elementary or Moorlands Elementary. Despite spending significantly less per student than all comparable schools, it maintains solid test scores, outperforming state averages by a wide margin in both English and Math. This creates an interesting case of efficiency, where the school's intimate environment may contribute to its success even with a lower budget.

Academically, the school consistently performs well, currently ranking in the 84th percentile statewide. Its math scores are a particular strength compared to some neighboring schools. While it is a strong performer, other schools in the Lake Washington School District, such as Peter Kirk Elementary and Carl Sandburg Elementary, achieve slightly higher rankings. The school's performance has been consistent over time, though its small size can lead to fluctuations in annual metrics like student-teacher ratios. For parents seeking a close-knit community school with proven academic results in an excellent district, Discovery presents a compelling and unique option.

Students ?

21.8

Student/teacher ratio ?

$13,448

Per pupil spending ?

Free/discounted lunch ?

12801 84th NE
Kirkland, WA 98034-2600

(425) 936-2704

District: Lake Washington School District

Racial breakdown:

White:

47.9%

Asian:

32.4%

Two or more races:

12.7%

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At a glance

▼ Ranking trend: Declining — 93rd percentile in 2012 → 84th in 2025

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Washington average (76% vs 48% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 16% of Washington elementary schools

Worth a look

!Ranking has slipped — down 9 percentile points since 2012

!Near the bottom of Lake Washington School District's ranking

Students meeting standards (2024-2025) ?

This school76%

District avg77%

Washington avg48%

189^th of 1,160

Washington public elementary schools ?

Top 16%▼ down 13 pts since 2015

From top 3% (2015) to top 16% (2025)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

25^th of 31Elementary Schools in the Lake Washington School District

4^th of 247Lake Washington School District among Washington districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Washington percentile	Rating
2025	82.7	189 of 1160	83.7%	★★★★☆
2024	82.3	199 of 1168	83.0%	★★★★☆
2022	89.3	112 of 1169	90.4%	★★★★★
2021	89.5	112 of 1107	89.9%	★★★★☆
2019	84.5	155 of 1130	86.3%	★★★★☆
2018	97.1	13 of 1054	98.8%	★★★★★
2017	94.1	37 of 1056	96.5%	★★★★★
2015	94.7	36 of 1067	96.6%	★★★★★
2013	91.9	32 of 1106	97.1%	★★★★★
2012	87.5	77 of 1097	93.0%	★★★★★
2011	92.4	35 of 1092	96.8%	★★★★★
2010	86.1	99 of 1088	90.9%	★★★★★
2009	85.8	93 of 1072	91.3%	★★★★★
2008	93.4	29 of 1067	97.3%	★★★★★
2007	93.7	33 of 1069	96.9%	★★★★★
2006	82.6	120 of 1051	88.6%	★★★★☆
2004	78.5	170 of 1026	83.4%	★★★★☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Washington percentile	Rating
2022	76.9	228 of 1100	79.3%	★★★★☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Female (2022)79th percentile-11 vs school

By subject vs Washington (2024-2025) ?

English Language Arts81%+27 vs state

Math72%+30 vs state

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What people are saying

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

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2025)				Ranking (2024)				WCAS Science (2025)		SBAC English Language Arts (2025)				SBAC Math (2025)				% Completely Immunized (2024)	% Polio (2024)	% Measles (2024)	% Mumps (2024)	% Rubella (2024)	% Diphtheria (2024)	% Hepatitis B (2024)	% Varicella (2024)	% Pertussis (2024)	% Tetanus (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	SchoolDigger Rating (2025)	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	Rank Change from Previous Year	WCAS Science 5th Grade	WCAS Science All Grades	SBAC English Language Arts 3rd Grade	SBAC English Language Arts 4th Grade	SBAC English Language Arts 5th Grade	SBAC English Language Arts All Grades	SBAC Math 3rd Grade	SBAC Math 4th Grade	SBAC Math 5th Grade	SBAC Math All Grades	% Completely Immunized KG	% Polio KG	% Measles KG	% Mumps KG	% Rubella KG	% Diphtheria KG	% Hepatitis B KG	% Varicella KG	% Pertussis KG	% Tetanus KG	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Carl Sandburg Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	12801 - 84th Ave NE	Kirkland	98034	King County	Lake Washington School District	No	No	No	No	(425) 936-2700	391	25	15.3	8.7%	216 (55.2%)	4 (1.0%)	41 (10.5%)	61 (15.6%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (1.3%)	55 (14.1%)	91	99^th of 1160 public elementary schools	91.5%		90.4	104^th of 1168 public elementary schools	91.1%	5	82.8	82.8	89.8	68.4	81.3	78.7	81.4	65.8	65.6	70.3	93.8	95.8	97.9	97.9	97.9	95.8	93.8	95.8	95.8	95.8	$19,101	$163	$18,937
Discovery Community School	Public	K-5	12801 84th NE	Kirkland	98034	King County	Lake Washington School District	No	No	No	No	(425) 936-2704	71	3	21.8	7.0%	34 (47.9%)	1 (1.4%)	4 (5.6%)	23 (32.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (12.7%)	82.7	189^th of 1160 public elementary schools	83.7%		82.3	199^th of 1168 public elementary schools	83.0%	10				63.6		80.6		63.6	69.2	72.2	100.0	100.0	100.0	100.0	100.0	100.0	100.0	100.0	100.0	100.0	$13,448	$163	$13,285
Henry David Thoreau Elementary	Public	K-5	8224 NE 138th	Kirkland	98034	King County	Lake Washington School District	No	No	No	No	(425) 936-2720	404	24	17.0	16.1%	224 (55.4%)	5 (1.2%)	47 (11.6%)	80 (19.8%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.7%)	45 (11.1%)	87	140^th of 1160 public elementary schools	87.9%		90.8	97^th of 1168 public elementary schools	91.7%	43	77.1	77.1	70.2	80.0	74.3	74.4	66.7	65.2	64.3	65.5	89.4	93.9	97.0	97.0	97.0	95.5	90.9	92.4	95.5	95.5	$19,299	$163	$19,136
Juanita Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	9635 NE 132nd	Kirkland	98034	King County	Lake Washington School District	No	No	No	No	(425) 936-2570	394	26	14.9	22.6%	173 (43.9%)	21 (5.3%)	74 (18.8%)	75 (19.0%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	48 (12.2%)	74.6	262^nd of 1160 public elementary schools	77.4%		78.1	238^th of 1168 public elementary schools	79.6%	24	72.6	72.6	53.1	56.9	73.1	61.2	62.0	52.9	71.2	62.1	93.9	95.9	95.9	95.9	95.9	95.9	98.0	93.9	95.9	95.9	$18,786	$163	$18,622
Moorlands Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	15115 84 Av NE	Kenmore	98028	King County	Northshore School District	No	No	No	No	(425) 408-5100	579	30	19.1	10.7%	303 (52.3%)	16 (2.8%)	70 (12.1%)	124 (21.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	65 (11.2%)	92.9	74^th of 1160 public elementary schools	93.6%		91.1	92^nd of 1168 public elementary schools	92.1%	18	79.7	79.7	82.8	78.6	74.4	78.4	82.8	75.0	69.2	75.4	91.7	94.4	93.1	93.1	93.1	94.4	91.7	93.1	94.4	94.4	$17,352	$217	$17,135
Helen Keller Elementary	Public	K-5	13820 - 108th NE	Kirkland	98034	King County	Lake Washington School District	No	No	No	No	(425) 936-2580	300	20	14.6	31.3%	127 (42.3%)	15 (5.0%)	61 (20.3%)	41 (13.7%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	54 (18.0%)	59.5	437^th of 1160 public elementary schools	62.3%		63.2	408^th of 1168 public elementary schools	65.1%	29	40.9	40.9	53.1	68.9	59.5	59.6	60.0	54.4	42.9	53.6	95.2	95.2	95.2	95.2	95.2	95.2	97.6	95.2	95.2	95.2	$21,781	$163	$21,617
Arrowhead Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	6725 NE Arrowhead DR	Kenmore	98028	King County	Northshore School District	No	No	No	No	(425) 408-4000	332	20	16.9	31.6%	187 (56.3%)	10 (3.0%)	69 (20.8%)	35 (10.5%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.6%)	29 (8.7%)	89.6	114^th of 1160 public elementary schools	90.2%		86.5	148^th of 1168 public elementary schools	87.3%	34	76.9	76.9	90.0	79.1	70.6	79.9	80.0	76.2	54.9	69.9	95.9	95.9	95.9	95.9	95.9	95.9	95.9	95.9	95.9	95.9	$23,584	$709	$22,875
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	11212 NE 112th	Kirkland	98033	King County	Lake Washington School District	No	No	No	No	(425) 936-2510	503	33	15.3	29.4%	212 (42.1%)	21 (4.2%)	135 (26.8%)	89 (17.7%)	1 (0.2%)	2 (0.4%)	40 (8.0%)	66.5	361^st of 1160 public elementary schools	68.9%		77.4	248^th of 1168 public elementary schools	78.8%	113	63.8	63.8	52.8	54.8	67.2	57.8	55.6	60.0	48.3	54.7	93.2	97.3	98.6	98.6	98.6	95.9	97.3	97.3	95.9	95.9	$18,656	$163	$18,492
Robert Frost Elementary	Public	K-5	11801 NE 140th	Kirkland	98034	King County	Lake Washington School District	No	No	No	Yes	(425) 936-2560	424	33	12.8	32.3%	186 (43.9%)	15 (3.5%)	131 (30.9%)	48 (11.3%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	43 (10.1%)	64.6	382^nd of 1160 public elementary schools	67.1%		75.2	271^st of 1168 public elementary schools	76.8%	111	56.9	56.9	61.1	54.4	62.0	59.2	59.7	54.4	46.5	53.6	91.7	94.4	97.2	97.2	97.2	98.6	94.4	95.8	98.6	98.6	$20,523	$605	$19,917
John Rogers Elementary School	Public	K-5	4030 NE 109 St	Seattle	98125	King County	Seattle School District No. 1	No	No	No	Yes	(206) 252-4320	248	14	17.4	55.2%	87 (35.1%)	59 (23.8%)	48 (19.4%)	24 (9.7%)	1 (0.4%)	2 (0.8%)	26 (10.5%)	52.5	524^th of 1160 public elementary schools	54.8%		59.5	452^nd of 1168 public elementary schools	61.3%	72	57.9	57.9	42.9	46.4	63.2	48.3	47.6	39.3	57.9	47.2	86.7	86.7	90.0	90.0	90.0	86.7	93.3	90.0	86.7	86.7	$26,013	$1,430	$24,583

Frequently Asked Questions about Discovery Community School

What district is Discovery Community School in?

Lake Washington School District

How many students attend Discovery Community School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 71 students attended Discovery Community School.

Is Discovery Community School a good school?

Discovery Community School ranks 189^th of 1160 Washington elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What is the racial makeup of Discovery Community School?

Students at Discovery Community School are 48% White, 32% Asian, 13% Two or more races, 6% Hispanic, 1% African American.

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