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Below Average

#365 of 381 private schools in WA

Sagebrush Elementary School

Middle School

507 WRIGHT AVE, Richland, WA 99352

Private

Enrollment

51

Student-Teacher

25.5:1

Score

4.0

Grades

1st – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#365 of 381

In Richland

#3 of 4

public schools

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Sagebrush Elementary School

4.0/10

Middle School in Richland · grades 1st – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sagebrush Elementary School

Sagebrush Elementary School is a private middle school in Richland, WA. Sagebrush Elementary School serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sagebrush Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #365 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares2.0 pts below WA schools
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • WA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 51 students, Sagebrush Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Sagebrush Elementary School runs 25.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Sagebrush Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Sagebrush Elementary School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Richland, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
25.5:1
This School
vs
18.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
51
This School
vs
592
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.0
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.6% vs 0%
Asian 21.6% vs 0%
Sagebrush Elementary School Richland Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School Rating
Sagebrush Elementary School (this school) 4.0
Marcus Whitman Elementary 8.6
Carmichael Middle School 4.8
Lewis & Clark Elementary School 6.5
Three Rivers Home Link 5.3
Jason Lee Elementary School 6.8
Chief Joseph Middle School 5.3
Jefferson Elementary 7.9
White Bluffs Elementary School 7.2
Orchard Elementary 8.7
Sacajawea Elementary 5.7
Badger Mountain Elementary 6.4
Amon Creek Elementary 7.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 25.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 47%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Enrollment 51
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 68.6%
Asian 21.6%
Two or More 9.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

507 WRIGHT AVE, Richland, WA 99352

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sagebrush Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chief Joseph Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carmichael Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richland, see our Richland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Marcus Whitman Elementary Richland 0.1 mi 8.6
Pacific Crest Online Academy West Richland 0.2 mi 3.4
Carmichael Middle School Richland 0.4 mi 4.8
SAGEBRUSH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richland 0.5 mi
Richland High School Richland 0.6 mi 6.2
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richland 0.9 mi 5.6
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Richland 0.9 mi 5.6
Rivers Edge High School Richland 1.0 mi 3.6
Lewis & Clark Elementary School Richland 1.0 mi 6.5
Three Rivers Home Link Richland 1.5 mi 5.3
Jason Lee Elementary School Richland 1.6 mi 6.8
Chief Joseph Middle School Richland 1.8 mi 5.3
Richland School District Early Learning Center Richland 1.8 mi 5.9
Jefferson Elementary Richland 1.9 mi 7.9
White Bluffs Elementary School Richland 2.2 mi 7.2
Orchard Elementary Richland 2.7 mi 8.7
Sacajawea Elementary Richland 2.7 mi 5.7
Badger Mountain Elementary Richland 3.0 mi 6.4
CHILDREN'S GARDEN MONTESSORI Richland 3.4 mi 3.8
William Wiley Elementary School West Richland 2.8 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99352 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,875

Median Home Value

$442,100

Median Rent

$1,457/mo

Population

36,641

College Educated

48.4%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sagebrush Elementary School

What grades does Sagebrush Elementary School serve?

Sagebrush Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 6th.

How many students attend Sagebrush Elementary School?

Sagebrush Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sagebrush Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sagebrush Elementary School is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Sagebrush Elementary School rank in WA?

Sagebrush Elementary School ranks #365 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Sagebrush Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sagebrush Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Sagebrush Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Sagebrush Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Sagebrush Elementary School a religious school?

No, Sagebrush Elementary School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
51
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Benton County

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