Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Halilts Elementary School 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Capt. Charles Wilkes Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bainbridge Island school district, covering approximately 65.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halilts 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
Halilts Elementary School's student population of 353 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Halilts Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Halilts 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
#93 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
6%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
79%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Orca
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halilts Elementary School's ranking?
Halilts Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Halilts Elementary School often compared to?
Halilts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ordway Elementary School, Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Halilts Elementary School?
353 students attend Halilts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Halilts Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halilts Elementary School?
Halilts Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Halilts Elementary School offer ?
Halilts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Halilts Elementary School part of?
Halilts Elementary School is part of Bainbridge Island School District.
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