Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Poulsbo Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poulsbo Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poulsbo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poulsbo Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#646 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
68%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poulsbo Elementary School's ranking?
Poulsbo Elementary School is ranked #646 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Poulsbo Elementary School often compared to?
Poulsbo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vinland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Poulsbo Elementary School?
451 students attend Poulsbo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Poulsbo Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poulsbo Elementary School?
Poulsbo Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Poulsbo Elementary School offer ?
Poulsbo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Poulsbo Elementary School part of?
Poulsbo Elementary School is part of North Kitsap School District.
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