Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cougar Ridge 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 83% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cougar Ridge 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
Cougar Ridge Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Cougar Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cougar Ridge Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#35 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
43%
9%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
34%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cougar Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cougar Ridge Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cougar Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Cougar Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Elementary School, Cherry Crest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cougar Ridge Elementary School?
458 students attend Cougar Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Cougar Ridge Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cougar Ridge Elementary School?
Cougar Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cougar Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Cougar Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cougar Ridge Elementary School part of?
Cougar Ridge Elementary School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Cougar Ridge Elementary School located?
Cougar Ridge Elementary School is located in the Cougar Mountain neighborhood of Bellevue, WA.
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