Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Redmond Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redmond 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
Redmond Elementary School's student population of 542 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Redmond 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 Redmond Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#88 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
52%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
25%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Redmond Elementary School's ranking?
Redmond Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Redmond Elementary School often compared to?
Redmond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Rush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Redmond Elementary School?
542 students attend Redmond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Redmond Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Redmond Elementary School?
Redmond Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Redmond Elementary School offer ?
Redmond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Redmond Elementary School part of?
Redmond Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Redmond Elementary School located?
Redmond Elementary School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Redmond, WA. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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