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#119 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 5% in state

Benjamin Rush Elementary

Elementary School · Lake Washington School District

6101 152nd Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052

Enrollment

641

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#119 of 2,228

In Redmond

#6 of 21

public schools

In district

#12 of 53

Lake Washington School District

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Benjamin Rush Elementary

9.0/10

Elementary School in Redmond · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Contractual Schools

Nearby

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4.9/10

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About Benjamin Rush Elementary

Benjamin Rush Elementary is a public elementary school in Redmond, WA, part of Lake Washington School District. Benjamin Rush Elementary serves approximately 641 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Benjamin Rush Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Benjamin Rush Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+0.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77.6% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.9% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+25.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.5 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)71% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,053
Chronic Absenteeism19.2%

Benjamin Rush Elementary — Students at Benjamin Rush Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 79.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 83.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2019
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2022
Math
81.8%
ELA
85%
2024
Math
77.5%
ELA
78.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Benjamin Rush Elementary Compares

See how Benjamin Rush Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
95th percentile in WA
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6101 152nd Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Benjamin Rush Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Redmond Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Rose Hill Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Kirkland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Benjamin Franklin Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Kirkland), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Redmond, see our Redmond schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Contractual Schools Redmond 1.0 mi
CASCADIA SCHOOL Redmond 1.1 mi 4.9
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - REDMOND CAMPUS Redmond 1.0 mi 6.9
NORTHERN LIGHTS MONTESSORI Redmond 1.3 mi 7.5
NORTHERN LIGHTS MONTESSORI - WILLOWS CAMPUS Redmond 1.5 mi 7.4
Rose Hill Middle School Redmond 1.1 mi 8.1
Stella Schola Redmond 1.1 mi 7.8
Old Redmond Schoolhouse Redmond 1.3 mi 6.2
Redmond Elementary Redmond 1.4 mi 9.1
ETON SCHOOL Bellevue 1.9 mi 7.0
SPECTRUM ACADEMY Redmond 2.0 mi
BELLEVUE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Bellevue 2.1 mi 6.2
Ardmore Elementary School Bellevue 1.8 mi 6.2
Rose Hill Elementary Kirkland 1.7 mi 9.1
LIVING MONTESSORI ACADEMY Bellevue 2.2 mi 6.1
AMERICAS CHILD MONTESSORI Bellevue 2.3 mi
BEL-RED BILINGUAL ACADEMY Bellevue 2.4 mi 6.2
Benjamin Franklin Elementary Kirkland 1.6 mi 8.9
CEDAR CREST ACADEMY Redmond 1.6 mi
Redmond Middle School Redmond 2.3 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$164,848

Median Home Value

$1,107,900

Median Rent

$2,339/mo

Population

79,074

College Educated

74.8%

Homeownership

46.8%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

35.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Benjamin Rush Elementary

What grades does Benjamin Rush Elementary serve?

Benjamin Rush Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Benjamin Rush Elementary?

Benjamin Rush Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 641 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Rush Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Rush Elementary is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Benjamin Rush Elementary rank in WA?

Benjamin Rush Elementary ranks #119 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Benjamin Rush Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Benjamin Rush Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Benjamin Rush Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Benjamin Rush Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Benjamin Rush Elementary a charter school?

No, Benjamin Rush Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Benjamin Rush Elementary a Title I school?

No, Benjamin Rush Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benjamin Rush Elementary?

7.5% of students at Benjamin Rush Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.2%

District

Lake Washington School District
District Enrollment
30,882
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,053
District Rank
#12 of 53

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