Cherry Crest Elementary School

Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cherry Crest Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 564 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : Top 1% in WA
  • : 91% (Top 1%)
  • : 94% (Top 1%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cherry Crest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

School Overview

Cherry Crest Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Cherry Crest Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Crest Elementary School is 0.47, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#8 out of 2088 schools
(Top 1%)
91%
41%
94%
53%
90-94%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
70%
9%
Hispanic
2%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
19%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.47
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cherry Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Crest Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cherry Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cherry Crest Elementary School?
564 students attend Cherry Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cherry Crest Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Crest Elementary School?
Cherry Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cherry Crest Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherry Crest Elementary School part of?
Cherry Crest Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Cherry Crest Elementary School located?
Cherry Crest Elementary School is located in the Bridle Trails neighborhood of Bellevue, WA.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 564 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : Top 1%
  • : 91% (Top 1%)
  • : 94% (Top 1%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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