Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meredith Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meredith Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Meredith Hill Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
437 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Meredith Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meredith Hill Elementary School is 0.81, which is more 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
#1373 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
53%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
25%
9%

Hispanic
20%
26%

Black
14%
5%

White
25%
48%

Hawaiian
4%
2%

Two or more races
12%
9%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
49%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meredith Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Meredith Hill Elementary School is ranked #1373 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Meredith Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Meredith Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Dolloff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Meredith Hill Elementary School?
437 students attend Meredith Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of Meredith Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meredith Hill Elementary School?
Meredith Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meredith Hill Elementary School offer ?
Meredith Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Meredith Hill Elementary School part of?
Meredith Hill Elementary School is part of Federal Way School District.
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