Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elk Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Elk Ridge Elementary serves the northwest part of Buckley, WA, covering an attendance area of approximately 14.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Elk Ridge Elementary School's student population of 564 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elk Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk Ridge 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
#408 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Elk Ridge Elementary School is ranked #408 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Elk Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Elk Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shaw Road Elementary School, Bonney Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Elk Ridge Elementary School?
564 students attend Elk Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Elk Ridge Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk Ridge Elementary School?
Elk Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elk Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Elk Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elk Ridge Elementary School part of?
Elk Ridge Elementary School is part of White River School District.
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