Serving 270 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alki Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alki Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alki Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
270 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Alki Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alki Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#126 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
53%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
3%
9%

Hispanic
10%
26%

Black
3%
5%

White
65%
48%

Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
19%
9%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
49%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Alki Elementary School's ranking?
Alki Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Alki Elementary School often compared to?
Alki Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Genesee Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Alki Elementary School?
270 students attend Alki Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Alki Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alki Elementary School?
Alki Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Alki Elementary School offer ?
Alki Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Alki Elementary School part of?
Alki Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Alki Elementary School located?
Alki Elementary School is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
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