Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Viewlands 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 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Viewlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Viewlands Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Viewlands 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 Viewlands Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#468 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
13%
5%
White
45%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viewlands Elementary School's ranking?
Viewlands Elementary School is ranked #468 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Viewlands Elementary School often compared to?
Viewlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadview-thomson K-8 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Viewlands Elementary School?
273 students attend Viewlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Viewlands Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Viewlands Elementary School?
Viewlands Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Viewlands Elementary School offer ?
Viewlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Viewlands Elementary School part of?
Viewlands Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Viewlands Elementary School located?
Viewlands Elementary School is located in the North Beach And Blue Ridge neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Beach And Blue Ridge.
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