Licton Springs K-8

3015 Nw 68th St.
Seattle, WA 98117
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 119 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Licton Springs K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 119 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Licton Springs K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

School Overview

Licton Springs K-8's student population of 119 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

School Rankings

Licton Springs K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Licton Springs K-8 is 0.73, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1309 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30-34%
40%
45-49%
53%
40-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
42%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
26%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.73
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
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 Licton Springs K-8's ranking?
Licton Springs K-8 is ranked #1309 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Licton Springs K-8 often compared to?
Licton Springs K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Salmon Bay K-8 School, Whitman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Licton Springs K-8?
119 students attend Licton Springs K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Licton Springs K-8 students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Licton Springs K-8?
Licton Springs K-8 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Licton Springs K-8 offer ?
Licton Springs K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Licton Springs K-8 part of?
Licton Springs K-8 is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Licton Springs K-8 located?
Licton Springs K-8 is located in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Ballard.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 119 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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