Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northgate Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northgate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Northgate Elementary School's student population of 209 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northgate Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northgate Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#737 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
24%
5%
White
28%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northgate Elementary School's ranking?
Northgate Elementary School is ranked #737 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Northgate Elementary School often compared to?
Northgate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Rogers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Northgate Elementary School?
209 students attend Northgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Northgate Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northgate Elementary School?
Northgate Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Northgate Elementary School offer ?
Northgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Northgate Elementary School part of?
Northgate Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Northgate Elementary School located?
Northgate Elementary School is located in the Northwest Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 8 other public schools located in Northwest Seattle.
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