Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Orca K-8 School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orca K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Orca K-8 School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orca K-8 School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orca K-8 School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#907 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)66%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
13%
25%
Black
28%
5%
White
41%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orca K-8 School's ranking?
Orca K-8 School is ranked #907 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Orca K-8 School often compared to?
Orca K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne Elementary School, Rainier Valley Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Orca K-8 School?
394 students attend Orca K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Orca K-8 School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orca K-8 School?
Orca K-8 School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orca K-8 School offer ?
Orca K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Orca K-8 School part of?
Orca K-8 School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Orca K-8 School located?
Orca K-8 School is located in the Rainier Valley neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Rainier Valley.
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