Serving 616 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School's student population of 616 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Ridge Intermediate School is 0.47, 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
#739 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Sunset Ridge Intermediate School's ranking?
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School is ranked #739 out of 2,088 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sunset Ridge Intermediate School?
616 students attend Sunset Ridge Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sunset Ridge Intermediate School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Ridge Intermediate School?
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset Ridge Intermediate School offer ?
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Ridge Intermediate School part of?
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School is part of Ridgefield School District.
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