Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bainbridge Island school district, covering approximately 65.1 square miles. The zone is characterized by a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 9.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School's student population of 356 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#13 out of 2088 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
6%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
79%
47%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School's ranking?
Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School often compared to?
Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Halilts Elementary School, Ordway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School?
356 students attend Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School?
Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School offer ?
Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School part of?
Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School is part of Bainbridge Island School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Amazing teachers, and principal. Our daughter attended Blakely and thrived. It set her up nicely to make that difficult transition into middle school.
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