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Benjamin Rush Elementary School

6101 152nd Ave Ne
Redmond, WA 98052
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10/
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Top 5%
Serving 641 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benjamin Rush Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 641 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Top 5% in WA
  • : 79% (Top 5%)
  • : 85% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Benjamin Rush Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

School Overview

Benjamin Rush Elementary School's student population of 641 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Mascot
Cheetah

School Rankings

Benjamin Rush Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Rush Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#56 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
79%
41%
85%
53%
85-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
67%
9%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
20%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Cheetah
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benjamin Rush Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Rush Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Benjamin Rush Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin Rush Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redmond Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Rush Elementary School?
641 students attend Benjamin Rush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Benjamin Rush Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Rush Elementary School?
Benjamin Rush Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Benjamin Rush Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Rush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Rush Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Rush Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Rush Elementary School located?
Benjamin Rush Elementary School is located in the Grass Lawn neighborhood of Redmond, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Grass Lawn.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 641 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 79% (Top 5%)
  • : 85% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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