Serving 472 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Neely O Brien Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Neely O'Brien Elementary School serves the western part of Kent, WA, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neely O Brien Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Neely O Brien Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neely O Brien Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#1890 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
12%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Redhawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neely O Brien Elementary School's ranking?
Neely O Brien Elementary School is ranked #1890 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Neely O Brien Elementary School often compared to?
Neely O Brien Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meridian Elementary School, Kent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Neely O Brien Elementary School?
472 students attend Neely O Brien Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Neely O Brien Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neely O Brien Elementary School?
Neely O Brien Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Neely O Brien Elementary School offer ?
Neely O Brien Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neely O Brien Elementary School part of?
Neely O Brien Elementary School is part of Kent School District.
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