Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ardmore Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ardmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Ardmore Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ardmore Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardmore Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#761 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
29%
9%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
11%
5%
White
22%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardmore Elementary School's ranking?
Ardmore Elementary School is ranked #761 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Ardmore Elementary School often compared to?
Ardmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Elementary School, Phantom Lake Elementary School, Sherwood Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Ardmore Elementary School?
358 students attend Ardmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Ardmore Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ardmore Elementary School?
Ardmore Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ardmore Elementary School offer ?
Ardmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ardmore Elementary School part of?
Ardmore Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Ardmore Elementary School located?
Ardmore Elementary School is located in the Northeast Bellevue neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Northeast Bellevue.
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