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3 schools in Newcastle

Washington · Public K-12

Newcastle's public-school directory totals 3 schools, with student enrollment near 1,680 (2 elementary and 1 middle).

7-year change in Newcastle

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,680
-430 (-20%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
30%
was 41%
% Hispanic
20%
was 15%
% Black
5%
was 5%
% Asian
32%
was 28%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Hazelwood Elementary SchoolElementaryKG-05478
Newcastle Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-05451
Vera Risdon Middle SchoolMiddle06-08751

About Newcastle

Newcastle is a compact Washington city in terms of public-school footprint, with 3 schools and 1,680 students total.

On the school-mix side, the city comprises 2 elementary, and 1 middle.

Schools in Newcastle average about 560 students each, 26% meaningfully above the Washington norm.

Five-year track record. Combined enrollment now sits at 1,680 students, contracted 20% from the 2,110 reported in SY 2017-18. Demographically, the White share of enrollment contracted from 41% to 30%.

On allk12, the community for Newcastle discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Newcastle, Washington?
There are 3 public K-12 schools in Newcastle, with a combined enrollment of about 1,680.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Newcastle?
Newcastle has 2 elementary, 1 middle public schools.
What is the largest public school in Newcastle?
Vera Risdon Middle School is the largest public school in Newcastle by enrollment, with approximately 751 students.
What school districts serve Newcastle?
Newcastle is served by 2 public school districts, including Renton School District, Issaquah School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Newcastle cover?
Public schools in Newcastle serve students from pre-K through grade 8.