Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Badger Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Badger Mountain Elementary School's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat 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
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Badger Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Badger Mountain Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#621 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
66%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Badger Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Badger Mountain Elementary School is ranked #621 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Badger Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Badger Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Badger Mountain Elementary School?
588 students attend Badger Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Badger Mountain Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Badger Mountain Elementary School?
Badger Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Badger Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Badger Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Badger Mountain Elementary School part of?
Badger Mountain Elementary School is part of Richland School District.
In what neighborhood is Badger Mountain Elementary School located?
Badger Mountain Elementary School is located in the South Richland neighborhood of Richland, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Richland.
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