Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dunlap 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunlap Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dunlap Elementary School's student population of 248 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dunlap Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunlap Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1309 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
26%
5%
White
8%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunlap Elementary School's ranking?
Dunlap Elementary School is ranked #1309 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Dunlap Elementary School often compared to?
Dunlap Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dearborn Park International School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Dunlap Elementary School?
248 students attend Dunlap Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Dunlap Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunlap Elementary School?
Dunlap Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dunlap Elementary School offer ?
Dunlap Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dunlap Elementary School part of?
Dunlap Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Dunlap Elementary School located?
Dunlap Elementary School is located in the Dunlap neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Dunlap.
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