Serving 90 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Licton Springs K-8's student population of 90 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Licton Springs K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Licton Springs K-8 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
#1542 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
13%
5%
White
40%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Licton Springs K-8's ranking?
Licton Springs K-8 is ranked #1542 out of 2,088 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
90 students attend Licton Springs K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Licton Springs K-8 students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 7% 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 8:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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