For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,744 students in 98642, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98642, WA are Union Ridge Elementary School, South Ridge Elementary School and Sunset Ridge Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98642 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98642, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98642, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
330 N Fifth Ave
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 750-7600
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 750-7600
Gr: K-4 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
South Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
502 Nw 199th Street
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1500
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1500
Gr: K-4 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3215 South Hillhurst Road
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1420
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1420
Gr: 5-6 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Wisdom Ridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5645 S 11th St Ste A101
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Gr: K-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Tukes Valley Primary
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20601 Ne 167th Avenue
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 885-6200
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 885-6200
Gr: PK-4 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98642, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98642, WA include Union Ridge Elementary School, South Ridge Elementary School and Sunset Ridge Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98642?
5 public elementary schools are located in 98642.
What is the racial composition of students in 98642?
98642 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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