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#1460 of 2,228 schools in WA
Meadow Ridge Elementary School
Elementary School · Kent School District
27710 108th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98030
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,460 of 2,228
In Kent
#16 of 31
public schools
In district
#25 of 42
Kent School District
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Meadow Ridge Elementary School
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About Meadow Ridge Elementary School
Meadow Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kent, WA, part of Kent School District. Meadow Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadow Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,460 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Meadow Ridge Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Meadow Ridge Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
34% of students at Meadow Ridge Elementary School 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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Meadow Ridge Elementary School — Students at Meadow Ridge Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 31 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Meadow Ridge Elementary School Compares
See how Meadow Ridge Elementary School 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
27710 108th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadow Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Crest Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Auburn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Martin Sortun Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Millennium Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kent, see our Kent schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Tree Elementary School Kent | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Kent Virtual Academy Kent | 0.9 mi | — |
| The Outreach Program Kent | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Millennium Elementary School Kent | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Individualized Graduation & Degree Program Kent | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Scenic Hill Elementary School Kent | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Kent-Meridian High School Kent | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Auburn Mountainview High School Auburn | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Hazelwood Elementary School Auburn | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| George T. Daniel Elementary School Kent | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Rainier Middle School Auburn | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Cascade Middle School Auburn | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Arthur Jacobsen Elementary Auburn | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| RAINIER CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS-KENT VIEW ELEMENTARY Auburn | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Lea Hill Elementary School Auburn | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Martin Sortun Elementary School Kent | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| East Hill Elementary School Kent | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| SUNBEAMS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kent | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Willow Crest Elementary Auburn | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| SUNSHINE MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kent | 2.1 mi | 2.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,218
Median Home Value
$540,100
Median Rent
$1,797/mo
Population
38,492
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Big Lake Elementary School Mount Vernon, WA | 5.6 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Richland, WA | 5.6 |
| Cougar Creek Elementary School N. Lakewood, WA | 5.6 |
| Emerson Elementary Pasco, WA | 5.6 |
| Grantham Elementary Clarkston, WA | 5.6 |
| Harvard Elementary Tacoma, WA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadow Ridge Elementary School
What grades does Meadow Ridge Elementary School serve?
Meadow Ridge Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Meadow Ridge Elementary School?
Meadow Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadow Ridge Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadow Ridge Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadow Ridge Elementary School rank in WA?
Meadow Ridge Elementary School ranks #1,460 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Meadow Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Meadow Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Meadow Ridge Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadow Ridge Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Meadow Ridge Elementary School a charter school?
No, Meadow Ridge Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadow Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Meadow Ridge Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadow Ridge Elementary School?
73.1% of students at Meadow Ridge Elementary School 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
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (253) 373-7870
Resources & Links
District
Kent School District- District Enrollment
- 25,700
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,199
- District Rank
- #25 of 42
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