Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Glenridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 81% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Glenridge Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenridge Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#638 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)64%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
9%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
17%
5%
White
19%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenridge Elementary School's ranking?
Glenridge Elementary School is ranked #638 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Glenridge Elementary School?
451 students attend Glenridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Glenridge Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenridge Elementary School?
Glenridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Glenridge Elementary School offer ?
Glenridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Glenridge Elementary School part of?
Glenridge Elementary School is part of Kent School District.
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