Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cougar Ridge 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 85% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cougar Ridge 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Cougar Ridge Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cougar Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cougar Ridge Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
35%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cougar Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cougar Ridge Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cougar Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Cougar Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Elementary School, Cherry Crest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cougar Ridge Elementary School?
474 students attend Cougar Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Cougar Ridge Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cougar Ridge Elementary School?
Cougar Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cougar Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Cougar Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cougar Ridge Elementary School part of?
Cougar Ridge Elementary School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Cougar Ridge Elementary School located?
Cougar Ridge Elementary School is located in the Cougar Mountain neighborhood of Bellevue, WA.
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