Serving 553 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 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherry Crest Elementary School serves the northern part of Bellevue, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.1 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cherry Crest Elementary School's student population of 553 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.44, 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
#8 out of 2088 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
72%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)7.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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?
553 students attend Cherry Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Cherry Crest Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% 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 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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