Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Martin Sortun Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Sortun Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Martin Sortun Elementary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin Sortun Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Sortun Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#468 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
15%
5%
White
23%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Sortun Elementary School's ranking?
Martin Sortun Elementary School is ranked #468 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Martin Sortun Elementary School often compared to?
Martin Sortun Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Covington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Martin Sortun Elementary School?
543 students attend Martin Sortun Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Martin Sortun Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Sortun Elementary School?
Martin Sortun Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Martin Sortun Elementary School offer ?
Martin Sortun Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Martin Sortun Elementary School part of?
Martin Sortun Elementary School is part of Kent School District.
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