Puesta del Sol Elementary School

450 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Puesta del Sol Elementary School is a highly regarded public school located in Bellevue, Washington, serving students in grades K–5. It is best known for its unique and long-standing Spanish Dual Language Immersion program. Through this curriculum, students spend half of their day learning in Spanish and the other half in English, allowing them to achieve bilingual and biliterate proficiency while meeting rigorous academic standards. The school fosters a culturally rich environment that encourages global citizenship and academic excellence, making it a highly sought-after destination for families within the Bellevue School District.

Beyond its language program, Puesta del Sol is characterized by a strong sense of community and active parent involvement. The school consistently performs well in state assessments and is frequently recognized for its dedicated teaching staff and focus on social-emotional learning. With a curriculum designed to challenge students while supporting their linguistic development, Puesta del Sol provides a distinct educational experience that emphasizes critical thinking, cultural appreciation, and long-term academic success.
450
Total Students
23.4
Full-Time Teachers
19.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Puesta del Sol Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White181
Hispanic137
Black6
Asian68
Two or More56
American Indian2
  • White
    181 (40.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    137 (30.4 %)
  • Asian
    68 (15.1 %)
  • Two or More
    56 (12.4 %)
  • Black
    6 (1.3 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Bellevue School District
Phone: (425)456-6100
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 450
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 102
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 73
Grade 1 83
Grade 2 75
Grade 3 79
Grade 4 62
Grade 5 78

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Puesta del Sol Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten73
Grade 183
Grade 275
Grade 379
Grade 462
Grade 578
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Puesta del Sol Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21247.1%
Male23852.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)