Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ruby Bridges Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruby Bridges 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Ruby Bridges Elementary School's student population of 480 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Ruby Bridges Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruby Bridges Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#167 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
31%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruby Bridges Elementary School's ranking?
Ruby Bridges Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Ruby Bridges Elementary School often compared to?
Ruby Bridges Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fernwood Elementary School, Canyon Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Ruby Bridges Elementary School?
480 students attend Ruby Bridges Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ruby Bridges Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruby Bridges Elementary School?
Ruby Bridges Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ruby Bridges Elementary School offer ?
Ruby Bridges Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruby Bridges Elementary School part of?
Ruby Bridges Elementary School is part of Northshore School District.
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