Serving 66 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Emerson K-12 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson K-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Emerson K-12's student population of 66 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Emerson K-12 ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson K-12 is 0.60, 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
#79 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
61%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson K-12's ranking?
Emerson K-12 is ranked #79 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Emerson K-12 often compared to?
Emerson K-12is often viewed alongside schools like Bothell High School, Emerson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Emerson K-12?
The graduation rate of Emerson K-12 is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Emerson K-12?
66 students attend Emerson K-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Emerson K-12 students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson K-12?
Emerson K-12 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Emerson K-12 offer ?
Emerson K-12 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson K-12 part of?
Emerson K-12 is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerson K-12 located?
Emerson K-12 is located in the Central Houghton neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 4 other public schools located in Central Houghton.
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