Serving 324 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rising Star Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Asselt Elementary School serves the southern part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within a 1.1-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rising Star Elementary School's student population of 324 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Rising Star 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 Rising Star Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#1306 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
36%
9%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
27%
5%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rising Star Elementary School's ranking?
Rising Star Elementary School is ranked #1306 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Rising Star Elementary School?
324 students attend Rising Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Rising Star Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rising Star Elementary School?
Rising Star Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rising Star Elementary School offer ?
Rising Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rising Star Elementary School part of?
Rising Star Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Rising Star Elementary School located?
Rising Star Elementary School is located in the Greater Duwamish neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Greater Duwamish.
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