Samantha Smith Elementary

Samantha Smith Elementary sits in Sammamish, one of the most sought-after suburbs on the Eastside, where tree-lined neighborhoods and top-tier schools draw families who prioritize academics from the very start. Scoring at the 99th percentile across English, math, and science, it's one of the strongest elementary schools in the entire state — and that's not a fluke, given the deeply engaged parent community and the Lake Washington School District's reputation for excellence. Families moving to the 98074 zip code often have this school squarely on their radar, and the broader Sammamish lifestyle — safe streets, abundant parks, and a tight-knit suburban feel just 25 minutes from Seattle — makes it an easy place to put down roots.