Serving 570 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rose Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rose Hill Elementary serves the west part of Kirkland, WA, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most living within 1.2 miles of the zone's edge and the furthest residents located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rose Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rose Hill Elementary School's student population of 570 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
Rose Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rose Hill 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
#90 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
9%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
31%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rose Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Rose Hill Elementary School is ranked #90 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Rose Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Rose Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Rose Hill Elementary School?
570 students attend Rose Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Rose Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rose Hill Elementary School?
Rose Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rose Hill Elementary School offer ?
Rose Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rose Hill Elementary School part of?
Rose Hill Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Rose Hill Elementary School located?
Rose Hill Elementary School is located in the South Rose Hill neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Rose Hill.
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