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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 181 |
| Hispanic | 137 |
| Black | 6 |
| Asian | 68 |
| Two or More | 56 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White181 (40.2 %)
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Hispanic137 (30.4 %)
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Asian68 (15.1 %)
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Two or More56 (12.4 %)
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Black6 (1.3 %)
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American Indian2 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 73 |
| Grade 1 | 83 |
| Grade 2 | 75 |
| Grade 3 | 79 |
| Grade 4 | 62 |
| Grade 5 | 78 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 212 | 47.1% |
| Male | 238 | 52.9% |
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