Serving 266 students in grades 9-12, The Center 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 40-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
The Center School's student population of 266 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Center 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 The Center 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
#571 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-49%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥90%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
4%
5%
White
69%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Center School's ranking?
The Center School is ranked #571 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are The Center School often compared to?
The Center Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballard High School, Roosevelt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Center School?
The graduation rate of The Center School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend The Center School?
266 students attend The Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of The Center School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Center School?
The Center School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does The Center School offer ?
The Center School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is The Center School part of?
The Center School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is The Center School located?
The Center School is located in the Uptown neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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