Serving 533 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Loyal Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loyal Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Loyal Heights Elementary School's student population of 533 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Loyal Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loyal Heights Elementary School is 0.45, which is less 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
#202 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
73%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
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 Loyal Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Loyal Heights Elementary School is ranked #202 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Loyal Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Loyal Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Loyal Heights Elementary School?
533 students attend Loyal Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Loyal Heights Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loyal Heights Elementary School?
Loyal Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Loyal Heights Elementary School offer ?
Loyal Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loyal Heights Elementary School part of?
Loyal Heights Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Loyal Heights Elementary School located?
Loyal Heights Elementary School is located in the Northwest Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 8 other public schools located in Northwest Seattle.
School Reviews
5 5/24/2014
Absolutely a great school with an amazing supportive/caring staff. Principal Floyd has created a positive environment for teachers and students. The teachers have all been top notch. We moved from the suburbs (from 2 high-scoring school districts) and feared the Seattle school system. We seriously considered sending our son to private school but decided to give the public school a chance - well we are sure glad we did! The school has been extraordinary in performance - the staff is dynamic and caring for all their students. We felt that he had such individualized attention and the staff truly care about the development of each of their students. From the front office staff to each teacher I felt it has been a great experience for our son. It actually has restored my faith in the school system. Our other experience has been bleak - though we were in great "high-scoring" schools in the past I always felt that the staff and school cared more about testing and raising their test scores and woe for the student that struggles with school.
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