Excellent
#102 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 5% in state
View Ridge Elementary School
Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1
7047 50 AV NE, Seattle, WA 98115
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#102 of 2,228
In Seattle
#24 of 123
public schools
In district
#24 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About View Ridge Elementary School
View Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. View Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 282 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. View Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #102 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for View Ridge Elementary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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View Ridge Elementary School — Students at View Ridge Elementary School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 8.6/10.
How View Ridge Elementary School Compares
See how View 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
7047 50 AV NE, Seattle, WA 98115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering View Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stephen Decatur Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Thornton Creek Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bryant Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen Decatur Elementary School Seattle | 0.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Thornton Creek Elementary School Seattle | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SEATTLE WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL Seattle | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Sand Point Elementary Seattle | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| VILLA ACADEMY Seattle | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Bryant Elementary School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Laurelhurst Elementary School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Eckstein Middle School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Wedgwood Elementary School Seattle | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| UNIVERSITY PREP Seattle | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| John Rogers Elementary School Seattle | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| SEATTLE WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Nathan Hale High School Seattle | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Jane Addams Middle School Seattle | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Sacajawea Elementary School Seattle | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Roosevelt High School Seattle | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| UNIVERSITY COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ACADEMY FOR PRECISION LEARNING Seattle | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| PERKINS SCHOOL Seattle | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,190
Median Home Value
$1,041,500
Median Rent
$2,118/mo
Population
54,248
College Educated
78.3%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Davenport Elementary Davenport, WA | 9.1 |
| Hollywood Hill Elementary Woodinville, WA | 9.1 |
| Lowell Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 9.1 |
| Adams Elementary School Seattle, WA | 9.2 |
| Alki Elementary School Seattle, WA | 9.2 |
| Asotin Elementary Asotin, WA | 9.2 |
Compare View Ridge Elementary School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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- CompareView Ridge Elementary School vs Viewlands Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.4/10 +0.3 vs View Ridge Elementary School
- CompareView Ridge Elementary School vs Stevens Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.6/10 +0.5 vs View Ridge Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about View Ridge Elementary School
What grades does View Ridge Elementary School serve?
View Ridge Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend View Ridge Elementary School?
View Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 282 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at View Ridge Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at View Ridge Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does View Ridge Elementary School rank in WA?
View Ridge Elementary School ranks #102 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is View Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
View Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 View Ridge Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, View Ridge Elementary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is View Ridge Elementary School a charter school?
No, View Ridge Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is View Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?
No, View Ridge Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for View Ridge Elementary School?
12.4% of students at View 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
- 282
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.3%
- Phone
- (206) 252-5600
Resources & Links
District
Seattle School District No. 1- District Enrollment
- 50,770
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,806
- District Rank
- #24 of 106
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