Serving 741 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Somerset Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset 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
Somerset Elementary School's student population of 741 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
741 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Somerset, A Place to Belong
School Rankings
Somerset Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#11 out of 2088 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
74%
9%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
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 Somerset Elementary School's ranking?
Somerset Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Somerset Elementary School often compared to?
Somerset Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Crest Elementary School, Cougar Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Somerset Elementary School?
741 students attend Somerset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Somerset Elementary School students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somerset Elementary School?
Somerset Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Somerset Elementary School offer ?
Somerset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Somerset Elementary School part of?
Somerset Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Somerset Elementary School located?
Somerset Elementary School is located in the Somerset neighborhood of Bellevue, WA.
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