Serving 577 students in grades 5-6, Sunset Ridge Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School's student population of 577 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Ridge Intermediate School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#641 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)67%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
76%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Ridge Intermediate School's ranking?
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School is ranked #641 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Sunset Ridge Intermediate School?
577 students attend Sunset Ridge Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sunset Ridge Intermediate School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset Ridge Intermediate School?
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sunset Ridge Intermediate School offer ?
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Sunset Ridge Intermediate School part of?
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School is part of Ridgefield School District.
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