For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,744 students in 98642, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98642, WA are Union Ridge Elementary School, South Ridge Elementary School and Wisdom Ridge Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98642 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98642, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98642, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
330 N Fifth Ave
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 750-7600
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 750-7600
Grades: K-4
| 712 students
Rank: #22.
South Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
502 Nw 199th Street
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1500
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1500
Grades: K-4
| 746 students
Rank: #33.
Wisdom Ridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5645 S 11th St Ste A101
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Grades: K-12
| 132 students
Rank: #44.
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3215 South Hillhurst Road
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1420
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1420
Grades: 5-6
| 619 students
Rank: #55.
Tukes Valley Primary
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20601 Ne 167th Avenue
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 885-6200
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 885-6200
Grades: PK-4
| 535 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98642, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98642, WA include Union Ridge Elementary School, South Ridge Elementary School and Wisdom Ridge Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98642?
5 public elementary schools are located in 98642.
What is the racial composition of students in 98642?
98642 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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