Serving 248 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John Rogers Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: John Rogers Elementary School serves the northern part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. The school is generally accessible within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the edge of its attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Rogers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John Rogers Elementary School's student population of 248 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
John Rogers 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 Rogers Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#501 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
24%
5%
White
35%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Rogers Elementary School's ranking?
John Rogers Elementary School is ranked #501 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are John Rogers Elementary School often compared to?
John Rogers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Baldwin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend John Rogers Elementary School?
248 students attend John Rogers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of John Rogers Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Rogers Elementary School?
John Rogers Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does John Rogers Elementary School offer ?
John Rogers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Rogers Elementary School part of?
John Rogers Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is John Rogers Elementary School located?
John Rogers Elementary School is located in the Matthews Beach neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Amazing teachers and community.
5 10/10/2025
John Rogers is an awesome school and an amazing community; just because it doesn't look the best of all the schools in the area doesn't mean it isn't great. The teachers are so supportive and understanding.
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