Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Newcastle Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newcastle 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
Newcastle Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Mascot
Lion
School Rankings
Newcastle Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newcastle Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#194 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
31%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcastle Elementary School's ranking?
Newcastle Elementary School is ranked #194 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Newcastle Elementary School often compared to?
Newcastle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Newcastle Elementary School?
460 students attend Newcastle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Newcastle Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newcastle Elementary School?
Newcastle Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Newcastle Elementary School offer ?
Newcastle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newcastle Elementary School part of?
Newcastle Elementary School is part of Issaquah School District.
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