Serving 558 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grand 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand Ridge Elementary serves the northeast part of Issaquah, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being 1.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand 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
School Overview
Grand Ridge Elementary School's student population of 558 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Grand Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Ridge Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#80 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
9%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
28%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Grand Ridge Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Grand Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Grand Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Endeavour 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 41% WA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Grand Ridge Elementary School?
558 students attend Grand Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Grand Ridge Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Ridge Elementary School?
Grand Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grand Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Grand Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Ridge Elementary School part of?
Grand Ridge Elementary School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Grand Ridge Elementary School located?
Grand Ridge Elementary School is located in the Issaquah Highlands neighborhood of Issaquah, WA.
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