Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John Muir Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (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 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Muir Elementary serves the northwest part of Kirkland, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Muir Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
John Muir Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings
John Muir Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Muir 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
#546 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
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Asian
24%
9%
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Hispanic
18%
27%
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Black
7%
5%
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White
37%
47%
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Two or more races
14%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White and Blue
School Mascot
Mountie The Mountain Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Muir Elementary School's ranking?
John Muir Elementary School is ranked #546 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are John Muir Elementary School often compared to?
John Muir Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodmoor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 John Muir Elementary School?
321 students attend John Muir Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of John Muir Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Muir Elementary School?
John Muir Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does John Muir Elementary School offer ?
John Muir Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Muir Elementary School part of?
John Muir Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is John Muir Elementary School located?
John Muir Elementary School is located in the Kingsgate neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Kingsgate.
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