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Soos Creek Elementary School

12651 SE 218TH PL KENT WA 98031

About Soos Creek Elementary School

Soos Creek Elementary Schools distinguishes itself from other Elementary Schools in Washington and priding itself on diversity and the growth of students. With about 282 students in grades Pre-K to 5 and an aforementioned common student-teacher ratio of 14:1, student's feel supported and gain individualized attention from their teachers. Soos Creek has more than 74% minority enrollment and reflects Kent's overall culture and diversity, and is a warm, welcoming place for families. While only 42% of students are currently proficient in math and reading, Soos Creek hosts targeted programs to support academic improvement. With almost half of its students coming from an economically disadvantaged background, Soos Creek's commitment to equity and opportunity for all is even more crucial. Families appreciate the close-knit community, the dedication of the teachers, and the attention to student well-being, are reasons for why it is gaining a reputation as one of the most community-focused Elementary Schools in Washington.

Soos Creek Elementary School Contact Information

Address

12651 SE 218TH PL KENT WA 98031

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Phone

(253) 373-7690

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 42%
Reading 42%
State average proficiency is 42% in Math and 42% in Reading.
20
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
15
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
363
Total Students
$97308
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 170 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Soos Creek Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:55 AM - 3:55 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:40 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 24%
Asian 26.5%
Hispanic 18%
Black 14.9%
Two+ Races 13.5%
Native Am. 1%
White
24%
Asian
26.5%
Hispanic
18%
Black
14.9%
Two+ Races
13.5%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 363
48.1%
175 Female
51.9%
188 Male

Student Population

363 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

308 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Soos Creek Elementary School ranks #784 in Washington. The ranking incorporates recognition of what students perform on standardized assessments and how well the school supports students in their academic readiness over time.

FAQ

Q1: Is it possible to receive assistance with tuition or fees?

A: There may be some options available for school programs and after-school programs if tuition is needed. Soos Creek Elementary priority is to give everyone all students access to a quality education.

Q2: What subjects do you teach at Soos Creek Elementary?

A: Soos Creek Elementary teach based on what Washington state says to teach, and those subjects include reading, math, science, and social studies.

Q3: Does Soos Creek Elementary have a bus students can ride?

A: Yes, Soos Creek Elementary have buses to and from school for eligible students.Soos Creek Elementary goal is to ensure students get to and from school safely and easily.

Q4: In what ways can I help at Soos Creek Elementary?

A: You can help in the class, participate in events, join the PTA, and even help with after-school programs. We do appreciate any support of the school and the students.

Q5: What kinds of clubs can my child participate in?

A: Soos Creek Elementary have clubs for music, art, sports, coding, and STEM. These clubs are a great way for students to be creative, learn to be leaders, and collaborate with each other outside of class.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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