Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richard Gordon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Gordon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richard Gordon Elementary School's student population of 361 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Rankings
Richard Gordon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Gordon Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#501 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
70%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Gordon Elementary School's ranking?
Richard Gordon Elementary School is ranked #501 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Richard Gordon Elementary School often compared to?
Richard Gordon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like David Wolfle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Richard Gordon Elementary School?
361 students attend Richard Gordon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Richard Gordon Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard Gordon Elementary School?
Richard Gordon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richard Gordon Elementary School offer ?
Richard Gordon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richard Gordon Elementary School part of?
Richard Gordon Elementary School is part of North Kitsap School District.
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