At a glance
Reported students
577
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
27.43
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
89th percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
565.5
Jing Mei Elementary School: 577 reported students.
State peer staffing position
98th percentile
21:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 428
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.1:1
What the reported data says about Jing Mei Elementary School
Jing Mei Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Bellevue. It is one of 30 current school records connected to Bellevue School District. NCES reports 577 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 89th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21:1, above the Washington median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Asian (70.9%) and multiracial (20.8%). English learners represent 21% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 3.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Jing Mei Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 21:1 student–teacher ratio and 27.43 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 21%
- Students with disabilities
- 3.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 10.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White4.5%
- Hispanic3.3%
- Black0.5%
- Asian70.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial20.8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Bellevue School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Stevenson Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
581 reported students
Medina Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
591 reported students
Clyde Hill Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
594 reported students
Woodridge Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
554 reported students
Cherry Crest Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
553 reported students
Newport Heights Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
549 reported students
Public schools near Jing Mei Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodridge Elementary Elementary · Bellevue School District | PK–05 | 554 | 1.3 mi |
| Stevenson Elementary Elementary · Bellevue School District | PK–05 | 581 | 1.3 mi |
| Lake Hills Elementary Elementary · Bellevue School District | PK–05 | 498 | 1.5 mi |
| Puesta del Sol Elementary School Elementary · Bellevue School District | PK–05 | 494 | 1.8 mi |
| Enatai Elementary School Elementary · Bellevue School District | PK–05 | 518 | 1.8 mi |
| Cherry Crest Elementary School Elementary · Bellevue School District | PK–05 | 553 | 2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Jing Mei Elementary School
What grades does Jing Mei Elementary School serve?
Jing Mei Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Bellevue School District.
How many students attend Jing Mei Elementary School?
Jing Mei Elementary School reported 577 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 89th percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 428 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Jing Mei Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 21:1, based on 577 students and 27.43 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Jing Mei Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Jing Mei Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Jing Mei Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
10.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Jing Mei Elementary School in?
Jing Mei Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District, based in Bellevue, WA, which operates 30 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Jing Mei Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Woodridge Elementary (1.3 mi), Stevenson Elementary (1.3 mi), Lake Hills Elementary (1.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.