Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Olympic View Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympic View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Olympic View Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olympic View 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 Olympic View Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#599 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
15%
5%
White
50%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Olympic View Elementary School's ranking?
Olympic View Elementary School is ranked #599 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Olympic View Elementary School often compared to?
Olympic View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazel Wolf K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Olympic View Elementary School?
361 students attend Olympic View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Olympic View Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olympic View Elementary School?
Olympic View Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Olympic View Elementary School offer ?
Olympic View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Olympic View Elementary School part of?
Olympic View Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Olympic View Elementary School located?
Olympic View Elementary School is located in the Maple Leaf neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Maple Leaf.
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