Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sacajawea Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than 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 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sacajawea Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sacajawea Elementary School's student population of 216 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sacajawea 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 Sacajawea Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#566 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
11%
5%
White
52%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Sacajawea Elementary School's ranking?
Sacajawea Elementary School is ranked #566 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sacajawea Elementary School often compared to?
Sacajawea Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wedgwood Elementary School, Cedar Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Sacajawea Elementary School?
216 students attend Sacajawea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Sacajawea Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sacajawea Elementary School?
Sacajawea Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sacajawea Elementary School offer ?
Sacajawea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sacajawea Elementary School part of?
Sacajawea Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Sacajawea Elementary School located?
Sacajawea 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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