Serving 697 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Ridge 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 11% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Ridge Elementary School's student population of 697 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
697 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
River Ridge 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 River Ridge Elementary School is 0.81, 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
#2068 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
9%
Hispanic
25%
27%
Black
21%
5%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
River Ridge Elementary School is ranked #2068 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend River Ridge Elementary School?
697 students attend River Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of River Ridge Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Ridge Elementary School?
River Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does River Ridge Elementary School offer ?
River Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is River Ridge Elementary School part of?
River Ridge Elementary School is part of Kent School District.
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