Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bennett Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), 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: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bennett Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bennett Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett Elementary School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#134 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
44%
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
34%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennett Elementary School's ranking?
Bennett Elementary School is ranked #134 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bennett Elementary School often compared to?
Bennett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Bennett Elementary School?
435 students attend Bennett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Bennett Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bennett Elementary School?
Bennett Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bennett Elementary School offer ?
Bennett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bennett Elementary School part of?
Bennett Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Bennett Elementary School located?
Bennett 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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