Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadow Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadow Ridge Elementary serves the southeast part of Mead, WA, covering an area of approximately 17.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meadow Ridge Elementary School's student population of 453 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1992
School Rankings
Meadow 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 Meadow Ridge Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#322 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow Ridge Elementary School is ranked #322 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Meadow Ridge Elementary School?
453 students attend Meadow Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Meadow Ridge Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow Ridge Elementary School?
Meadow Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meadow Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Meadow Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadow Ridge Elementary School part of?
Meadow Ridge Elementary School is part of Mead School District.
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