Serving 600 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Peter Kirk Elementary 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 77% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peter Kirk Elementary 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
Peter Kirk Elementary School's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peter Kirk Elementary 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 Peter Kirk Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#64 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
58%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter Kirk Elementary School's ranking?
Peter Kirk Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Peter Kirk Elementary School often compared to?
Peter Kirk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Peter Kirk Elementary School?
600 students attend Peter Kirk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Peter Kirk Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peter Kirk Elementary School?
Peter Kirk Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Peter Kirk Elementary School offer ?
Peter Kirk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Peter Kirk Elementary School part of?
Peter Kirk Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Peter Kirk Elementary School located?
Peter Kirk Elementary School is located in the Norkirk neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Norkirk.
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