Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olympic Hills 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympic Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Olympic Hills Elementary School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olympic Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olympic Hills Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#496 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
24%
25%
Black
26%
5%
White
32%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olympic Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Olympic Hills Elementary School is ranked #496 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Olympic Hills Elementary School?
505 students attend Olympic Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Olympic Hills Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olympic Hills Elementary School?
Olympic Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Olympic Hills Elementary School offer ?
Olympic Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Olympic Hills Elementary School part of?
Olympic Hills Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Olympic Hills Elementary School located?
Olympic Hills Elementary School is located in the Olympic Hills neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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