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#1104 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 50% in state
Ridgecrest Elementary
Elementary School · Shoreline School District
16516 10th Avenue N.E., Shoreline, WA 98155
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,104 of 2,228
In Shoreline
#13 of 15
public schools
In district
#15 of 17
Shoreline School District
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Ridgecrest Elementary
Elementary School in Shoreline · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Fircrest Residential Habilitation
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About Ridgecrest Elementary
Ridgecrest Elementary is a public elementary school in Shoreline, WA, part of Shoreline School District. Ridgecrest Elementary serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgecrest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,104 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Ridgecrest Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 8.3
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Ridgecrest Elementary — Students at Ridgecrest Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.9%
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: 4.9/10.
How Ridgecrest Elementary Compares
See how Ridgecrest 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
16516 10th Avenue N.E., Shoreline, WA 98155
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridgecrest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meridian Park Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cascade K-8 Community School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Briarcrest Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shoreline, see our Shoreline schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fircrest Residential Habilitation Shoreline | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC CLASSICAL SCHOOL Shoreline | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Kellogg Middle School Shoreline | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Shorecrest High School Shoreline | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Handicapped Contractual Services Shoreline | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Edwin Pratt Learning Center Shoreline | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Meridian Park Elementary School Shoreline | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| SHORELINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shoreline | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| LAKESIDE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| THE EVERGREEN SCHOOL Shoreline | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Parkwood Elementary Shoreline | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Briarcrest Elementary Shoreline | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| LAKE FOREST PARK MONTESSORI Shoreline | 1.7 mi | — |
| Olympic Hills Elementary School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Seattle | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Brookside Elementary Lake Forest Park | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Echo Lake Elementary School Shoreline | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Ingraham High School Seattle | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Home Education Exchange Shoreline | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Cascade K-8 Community School Shoreline | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,911
Median Home Value
$758,000
Median Rent
$2,016/mo
Population
35,906
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Badger Mountain Elementary Richland, WA | 6.4 |
| Brookdale Elementary Tacoma, WA | 6.4 |
| Carl Cozier Elementary School Bellingham, WA | 6.4 |
| Chinook Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 6.4 |
| Friday Harbor Elementary School Friday Harbor, WA | 6.4 |
| Garfield Elementary School Toppenish, WA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridgecrest Elementary
What grades does Ridgecrest Elementary serve?
Ridgecrest Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ridgecrest Elementary?
Ridgecrest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgecrest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ridgecrest Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ridgecrest Elementary rank in WA?
Ridgecrest Elementary ranks #1,104 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Ridgecrest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridgecrest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Ridgecrest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgecrest Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ridgecrest Elementary a charter school?
No, Ridgecrest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ridgecrest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ridgecrest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridgecrest Elementary?
43.9% of students at Ridgecrest 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (206) 393-4272
Resources & Links
District
Shoreline School District- District Enrollment
- 9,612
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,316
- District Rank
- #15 of 17
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