Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Black Diamond 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 55-59% (which is higher than 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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black Diamond Elementary School's student population of 412 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Black Diamond 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 Black Diamond Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#680 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
60%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Diamond Elementary School's ranking?
Black Diamond Elementary School is ranked #680 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Black Diamond Elementary School?
412 students attend Black Diamond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Black Diamond Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black Diamond Elementary School?
Black Diamond Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Black Diamond Elementary School offer ?
Black Diamond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Black Diamond Elementary School part of?
Black Diamond Elementary School is part of Enumclaw School District.
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