Very Good
#508 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 23% in state
Elk Ridge Elementary
Elementary School · White River School District
PO Box 1685, Buckley, WA 98321
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#508 of 2,228
In Buckley
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
White River School District
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Elk Ridge Elementary
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About Elk Ridge Elementary
Elk Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Buckley, WA, part of White River School District. Elk Ridge Elementary serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Elk Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #508 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Elk Ridge Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Elk Ridge Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Elk Ridge Elementary — Students at Elk Ridge Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Elk Ridge Elementary Compares
See how Elk Ridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 1685, Buckley, WA 98321
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elk Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carbonado Historical School 19 (rated 9.3/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Carbonado), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain Meadow Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dieringer Heights Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Lake Tapps), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Buckley, see our Buckley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Glacier Middle School Buckley | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| White River Special Ed Services Buckley | 0.4 mi | — |
| Sunrise Elementary Enumclaw | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Southwood Elementary School Enumclaw | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Enumclaw Middle School Enumclaw | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Special Ed School Enumclaw | 1.6 mi | — |
| Enumclaw Sr High School Enumclaw | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Mountain Meadow Elementary Buckley | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| JJ Smith Elementary Enumclaw | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| White River Early Learning Center Buckley | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Byron Kibler Elementary School Enumclaw | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| White River High School Buckley | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| White River Reengagement Program Buckley | 3.0 mi | — |
| Thunder Mountain Middle School Enumclaw | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Wilkeson Elementary School Wilkeson | 4.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Westwood Elementary School Enumclaw | 4.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Carbonado Historical School 19 Carbonado | 6.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Foothills Elementary Buckley | 4.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Dieringer Heights Elementary Lake Tapps | 7.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Liberty Ridge Elementary Sumner | 6.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98321 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,081
Median Home Value
$524,300
Median Rent
$1,805/mo
Population
17,601
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
88.5%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
40.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Betz Elementary Cheney, WA | 7.8 |
| Brookside Elementary Lake Forest Park, WA | 7.8 |
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PUGET SOUND Mercer Island, WA | 7.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Kennewick, WA | 7.8 |
| Meridian Elementary School Kent, WA | 7.8 |
| Mission View Elementary School Wenatchee, WA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elk Ridge Elementary
What grades does Elk Ridge Elementary serve?
Elk Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Elk Ridge Elementary?
Elk Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elk Ridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Elk Ridge Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elk Ridge Elementary rank in WA?
Elk Ridge Elementary ranks #508 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Elk Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Elk Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Elk Ridge Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elk Ridge Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Elk Ridge Elementary a charter school?
No, Elk Ridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elk Ridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Elk Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elk Ridge Elementary?
30.5% of students at Elk Ridge 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (360) 829-3354
Resources & Links
District
White River School District- District Enrollment
- 4,500
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,365
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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