Serving 403 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lakeridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 85% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeridge 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
Lakeridge Elementary School's student population of 403 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeridge Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#28 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
9%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
45%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
21%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeridge Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeridge Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lakeridge Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Mercer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lakeridge Elementary School?
403 students attend Lakeridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lakeridge Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeridge Elementary School?
Lakeridge Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lakeridge Elementary School offer ?
Lakeridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lakeridge Elementary School part of?
Lakeridge Elementary School is part of Mercer Island School District.
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