Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emerald Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerald Heights 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
Emerald Heights Elementary School's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emerald Heights 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 Emerald Heights Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#179 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
56%
49%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerald Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Emerald Heights Elementary School is ranked #179 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Emerald Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Emerald Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Emerald Heights Elementary School?
479 students attend Emerald Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Emerald Heights Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerald Heights Elementary School?
Emerald Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Emerald Heights Elementary School offer ?
Emerald Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Emerald Heights Elementary School part of?
Emerald Heights Elementary School is part of Central Kitsap School District.
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