Serving 113 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Northport Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northport Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northport Elementary School's student population of 113 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northport 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 Northport Elementary School is 0.32, which is less 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
#561 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
82%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northport Elementary School's ranking?
Northport Elementary School is ranked #561 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Northport Elementary School often compared to?
Northport Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Onion Creek Elementary School, Hofstetter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Northport Elementary School?
113 students attend Northport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Northport Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northport Elementary School?
Northport Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Northport Elementary School offer ?
Northport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Northport Elementary School part of?
Northport Elementary School is part of Northport School District.
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