Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cherry Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cherry Valley Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Cherry Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Valley Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Valley Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cherry Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stillwater Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cherry Valley Elementary School?
477 students attend Cherry Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Cherry Valley Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherry Valley Elementary School?
Cherry Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cherry Valley Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherry Valley Elementary School part of?
Cherry Valley Elementary School is part of Riverview School District.
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