Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 80-84% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Ridge 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
East Ridge Elementary School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Ridge Elementary School is 0.43, which is less 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
#96 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
East Ridge Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are East Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
East Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottage Lake Elementary School, Woodin 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 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend East Ridge Elementary School?
371 students attend East Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of East Ridge Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Ridge Elementary School?
East Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does East Ridge Elementary School offer ?
East Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Ridge Elementary School part of?
East Ridge Elementary School is part of Northshore School District.
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