Serving 748 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irene Reither Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irene Reither Elementary School's student population of 748 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
748 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Irene Reither Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irene Reither Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1648 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
57%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irene Reither Elementary School's ranking?
Irene Reither Elementary School is ranked #1648 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Irene Reither Elementary School often compared to?
Irene Reither Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alderwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Irene Reither Elementary School?
748 students attend Irene Reither Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Irene Reither Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irene Reither Elementary School?
Irene Reither Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Irene Reither Elementary School offer ?
Irene Reither Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irene Reither Elementary School part of?
Irene Reither Elementary School is part of Meridian School District.
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