Serving 597 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Benjamin Rush Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Rush Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Benjamin Rush Elementary School's student population of 597 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benjamin Rush Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Rush Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#67 out of 2052 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)83%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
63%
9%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
24%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Rush Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Rush Elementary School is ranked #67 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Rush Elementary School?
597 students attend Benjamin Rush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Benjamin Rush Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Rush Elementary School?
Benjamin Rush Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Benjamin Rush Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Rush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Benjamin Rush Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Rush Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
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