Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emerald Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerald Heights Elementary serves the northeast part of Silverdale, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerald Heights 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
Emerald Heights Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Emerald Heights 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 Emerald Heights 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
#189 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
54%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerald Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Emerald Heights Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Emerald Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Emerald Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Emerald Heights Elementary School?
466 students attend Emerald Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Emerald Heights Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerald Heights Elementary School?
Emerald Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emerald Heights Elementary School offer ?
Emerald Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerald Heights Elementary School part of?
Emerald Heights Elementary School is part of Central Kitsap School District.
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