Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newport Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher 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 71% 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: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport 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
Diversity
School Overview
Newport Heights Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newport Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newport Heights Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#244 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
29%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Newport Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Newport Heights Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Newport Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Newport Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazelwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Newport Heights Elementary School?
411 students attend Newport Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Newport Heights Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newport Heights Elementary School?
Newport Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Newport Heights Elementary School offer ?
Newport Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Newport Heights Elementary School part of?
Newport Heights Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Newport Heights Elementary School located?
Newport Heights Elementary School is located in the Newport neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Newport.
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