Serving 582 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Spiritridge 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 85% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 74% 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: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spiritridge 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
Spiritridge Elementary School's student population of 582 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spiritridge 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 Spiritridge Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#31 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
51%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
26%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spiritridge Elementary School's ranking?
Spiritridge Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Spiritridge Elementary School often compared to?
Spiritridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Spiritridge Elementary School?
582 students attend Spiritridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Spiritridge Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spiritridge Elementary School?
Spiritridge Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Spiritridge Elementary School offer ?
Spiritridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Spiritridge Elementary School part of?
Spiritridge Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Spiritridge Elementary School located?
Spiritridge Elementary School is located in the West Lake Sammamish neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in West Lake Sammamish.
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