Serving 631 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benjamin Rush 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 79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Rush Elementary serves the southwest part of Redmond, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles, where most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, typically around 0.8 miles from the school's center to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest point of this zone is about 1.1 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Benjamin Rush Elementary School's student population of 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Rush Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Rush Elementary School is 0.50, which is less 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
#56 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
68%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cheetah
Source: 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 #56 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Benjamin Rush Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin Rush Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redmond Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Rush Elementary School?
631 students attend Benjamin Rush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Benjamin Rush Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% 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 lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benjamin Rush Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Rush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Rush Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Rush Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Rush Elementary School located?
Benjamin Rush Elementary School is located in the Grass Lawn neighborhood of Redmond, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Grass Lawn.
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