Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ridgeview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgeview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ridgeview Elementary School's student population of 535 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Ridgeview Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgeview Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1754 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
85%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
12%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgeview Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgeview Elementary School is ranked #1754 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Ridgeview Elementary School?
535 students attend Ridgeview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Ridgeview Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgeview Elementary School?
Ridgeview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ridgeview Elementary School offer ?
Ridgeview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ridgeview Elementary School part of?
Ridgeview Elementary School is part of Yakima School District.
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