Serving 714 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Somerset Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 91% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset 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
Somerset Elementary School's student population of 714 students has grown by 8% 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
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Somerset Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Elementary School is 0.44, which is less 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
#10 out of 2113 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
73%
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
13%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Elementary School's ranking?
Somerset Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Somerset Elementary School often compared to?
Somerset Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Crest Elementary School, Cougar Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Somerset Elementary School?
714 students attend Somerset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Somerset Elementary School students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerset Elementary School?
Somerset Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Somerset Elementary School offer ?
Somerset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Somerset Elementary School part of?
Somerset Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Somerset Elementary School located?
Somerset Elementary School is located in the Somerset neighborhood of Bellevue, WA.
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