Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mcdonald International School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcdonald International 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
Mcdonald International School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcdonald International School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcdonald International School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#58 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
46%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
23%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcdonald International School's ranking?
Mcdonald International School is ranked #58 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mcdonald International School often compared to?
Mcdonald International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Stanford International School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mcdonald International School?
459 students attend Mcdonald International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Mcdonald International School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcdonald International School?
Mcdonald International School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mcdonald International School offer ?
Mcdonald International School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mcdonald International School part of?
Mcdonald International School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Mcdonald International School located?
Mcdonald International School is located in the Wallingford neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Wallingford.
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