Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Redmond Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Redmond Elementary serves the southwest part of Redmond, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redmond 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
Redmond Elementary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
School Rankings
Redmond Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Redmond Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#109 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Asian
43%
9%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
6%
5%
White
27%
47%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redmond Elementary School's ranking?
Redmond Elementary School is ranked #109 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Redmond Elementary School often compared to?
Redmond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Rush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Redmond Elementary School?
543 students attend Redmond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Redmond Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redmond Elementary School?
Redmond Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Redmond Elementary School offer ?
Redmond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Redmond Elementary School part of?
Redmond Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Redmond Elementary School located?
Redmond Elementary School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Redmond, WA. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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