Serving 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bennett Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bennett Elementary School serves the eastern part of Bellevue, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennett 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
Bennett Elementary School's student population of 513 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings
Bennett Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#111 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
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Asian
48%
9%
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Hispanic
7%
27%
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Black
3%
5%
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White
31%
47%
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Two or more races
11%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Bennett Elementary School's ranking?
Bennett Elementary School is ranked #111 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bennett Elementary School often compared to?
Bennett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Bennett Elementary School?
513 students attend Bennett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Bennett Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennett Elementary School?
Bennett Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bennett Elementary School offer ?
Bennett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bennett Elementary School part of?
Bennett Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Bennett Elementary School located?
Bennett 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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