Serving 439 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ridgecrest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgecrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ridgecrest Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridgecrest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgecrest Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#405 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)73%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
9%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
13%
5%
White
46%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgecrest Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgecrest Elementary School is ranked #405 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Ridgecrest Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgecrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Echo Lake Elementary School, Cascade K-8 Community School, Meridian Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Ridgecrest Elementary School?
439 students attend Ridgecrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ridgecrest Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgecrest Elementary School?
Ridgecrest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ridgecrest Elementary School offer ?
Ridgecrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ridgecrest Elementary School part of?
Ridgecrest Elementary School is part of Shoreline School District.
In what neighborhood is Ridgecrest Elementary School located?
Ridgecrest Elementary School is located in the Ridgecrest neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Ridgecrest.
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