Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Echo Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Echo Lake Elementary School's student population of 416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Echo Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Echo Lake Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#663 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
24%
27%
Black
13%
5%
White
38%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Echo Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Echo Lake Elementary School is ranked #663 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Echo Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Echo Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgecrest Elementary School, Meridian Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Echo Lake Elementary School?
416 students attend Echo Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Echo Lake Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Echo Lake Elementary School?
Echo Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Echo Lake Elementary School offer ?
Echo Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Echo Lake Elementary School part of?
Echo Lake Elementary School is part of Shoreline School District.
In what neighborhood is Echo Lake Elementary School located?
Echo Lake Elementary School is located in the Echo Lake neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Echo Lake.
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