B.F. Day Elementary School is an elementary school located in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, United States, part of the Seattle Public Schools school district. It was originally designed by John Parkinson during 1891 and 1892.
Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, B F Day Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
B F Day Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
B F Day Elementary School's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
B F Day Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of B F Day Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#182 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
61%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is B F Day Elementary School's ranking?
B F Day Elementary School is ranked #182 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are B F Day Elementary School often compared to?
B F Day Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Woodland Elementary School, Green Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend B F Day Elementary School?
414 students attend B F Day Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of B F Day Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of B F Day Elementary School?
B F Day Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does B F Day Elementary School offer ?
B F Day Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is B F Day Elementary School part of?
B F Day Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is B F Day Elementary School located?
B F Day Elementary School is located in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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