For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,744 students in 98642, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98642, WA are Union Ridge Elementary School, South Ridge Elementary School and Sunset Ridge Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98642 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98642, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98642, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
330 N Fifth Ave
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 750-7600
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 750-7600
Gr: K-4 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
South Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
502 Nw 199th Street
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1500
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1500
Gr: K-4 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3215 South Hillhurst Road
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1420
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1420
Gr: 5-6 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Wisdom Ridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5645 S 11th St Ste A101
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Gr: K-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Tukes Valley Primary
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20601 Ne 167th Avenue
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 885-6200
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 885-6200
Gr: PK-4 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98642, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98642, WA include Union Ridge Elementary School, South Ridge Elementary School and Sunset Ridge Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98642?
5 public elementary schools are located in 98642.
What is the racial composition of students in 98642?
98642 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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