Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jing Mei 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 82% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jing Mei 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
Jing Mei Elementary School's student population of 448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jing Mei 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 Jing Mei Elementary School is 0.46, which is less 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
#91 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
71%
9%
Hispanic
2%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
7%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jing Mei Elementary School's ranking?
Jing Mei Elementary School is ranked #91 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Jing Mei Elementary School?
448 students attend Jing Mei Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Jing Mei Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jing Mei Elementary School?
Jing Mei Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jing Mei Elementary School offer ?
Jing Mei Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jing Mei Elementary School part of?
Jing Mei Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Jing Mei Elementary School located?
Jing Mei Elementary School is located in the Newport neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Newport.
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