Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Newcastle Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newcastle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Newcastle Elementary School's student population of 490 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newcastle Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newcastle Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#163 out of 2052 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)79%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)77%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
9%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
4%
5%
White
35%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcastle Elementary School's ranking?
Newcastle Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Newcastle Elementary School often compared to?
Newcastle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Newcastle Elementary School?
490 students attend Newcastle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Newcastle Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newcastle Elementary School?
Newcastle Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Newcastle Elementary School offer ?
Newcastle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Newcastle Elementary School part of?
Newcastle Elementary School is part of Issaquah School District.
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