Below Average
#1815 of 2,228 schools in WA
Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School
Elementary School · Orting School District
805 Old Pioneer Way NW, Orting, WA 98360
Enrollment
719
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
719
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,815 of 2,228
In Orting
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Orting School District
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Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School
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About Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School
Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Orting, WA, part of Orting School District. Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 719 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,815 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Ptarmigan 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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Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School — Students at Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School Compares
See how Ptarmigan 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
805 Old Pioneer Way NW, Orting, WA 98360
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tehaleh Heights Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Bonney Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ridgecrest Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Puyallup), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Donald Eismann Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Bonney Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orting, see our Orting schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orting Middle School Orting | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Orting High School Orting | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Orting Elementary School Orting | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Orting Special Education Orting | 0.6 mi | — |
| Tehaleh Heights Elementary School Bonney Lake | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| G W Edgerton Elementary Puyallup | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Glacier View Junior High Puyallup | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Warren Hunt Elem Puyallup | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Emerald Ridge High School Puyallup | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Donald Eismann Elementary Bonney Lake | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Pope Elementary Puyallup | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Ridgecrest Elementary Puyallup | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Victor Falls Elementary Bonney Lake | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MCALDER ELEMENTARY Puyallup | 4.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Sunrise Elementary Puyallup | 4.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Bonney Lake High School Bonney Lake | 4.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Ferrucci Jr High Puyallup | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Mountain View Middle School Bonney Lake | 4.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Liberty Ridge Elementary Sumner | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Firgrove Elementary Puyallup | 3.9 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,801
Median Home Value
$466,200
Median Rent
$2,293/mo
Population
14,986
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
86.7%
Avg Commute
41.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blaine Elementary School Blaine, WA | 4.8 |
| Fairmount Elementary Everett, WA | 4.8 |
| Impact Public Schools Tukwila, WA | 4.8 |
| Manitou Park Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 4.8 |
| Orin C Smith Elementary School Chehalis, WA | 4.8 |
| Trent School Spokane Valley, WA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School
What grades does Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School serve?
Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School?
Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 719 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School rank in WA?
Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School ranks #1,815 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School?
32.5% of students at Ptarmigan 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 719
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (360) 893-0595
Resources & Links
District
Orting School District- District Enrollment
- 2,814
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,034
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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