Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ardmore Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ardmore Elementary School serves the northeast part of Bellevue, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ardmore Elementary School's student population of 415 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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School Rankings
Ardmore Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardmore Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#783 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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Asian
30%
9%
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Hispanic
19%
27%
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Black
11%
5%
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White
31%
47%
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Two or more races
9%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardmore Elementary School's ranking?
Ardmore Elementary School is ranked #783 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Ardmore Elementary School often compared to?
Ardmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Elementary School, Sherwood Forest Elementary School, Phantom Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Ardmore Elementary School?
415 students attend Ardmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Ardmore Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ardmore Elementary School?
Ardmore Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ardmore Elementary School offer ?
Ardmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ardmore Elementary School part of?
Ardmore Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Ardmore Elementary School located?
Ardmore Elementary School is located in the Northeast Bellevue neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Northeast Bellevue.
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