Serving 478 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 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neely O Brien Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Neely O Brien Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Mascot
Redhawks
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 0.77, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
40%
26%
Black
21%
5%
White
9%
48%
Hawaiian
12%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Redhawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
478 students attend Neely O Brien Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Neely O Brien Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neely O Brien Elementary School?
Neely O Brien Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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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