Serving 300 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Helen Keller Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen Keller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Helen Keller Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helen Keller Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helen Keller Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
51%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen Keller Elementary School's ranking?
Helen Keller Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Helen Keller Elementary School often compared to?
Helen Keller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juanita Elementary School, Woodmoor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Helen Keller Elementary School?
300 students attend Helen Keller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Helen Keller Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helen Keller Elementary School?
Helen Keller Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Helen Keller Elementary School offer ?
Helen Keller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Helen Keller Elementary School part of?
Helen Keller Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Helen Keller Elementary School located?
Helen Keller Elementary School is located in the Inglewood Finn Hill neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Inglewood Finn Hill.
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