Mcgilvra Elementary School

1617 38 Av E
Seattle, WA 98112
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 215 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mcgilvra Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 215 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : Top 10% in WA
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥80% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mcgilvra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

School Overview

Mcgilvra Elementary School's student population of 215 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

School Rankings

Mcgilvra Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcgilvra Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#107 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
75-79%
40%
75-79%
53%
≥80%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
64%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Mcgilvra Elementary School's ranking?
Mcgilvra Elementary School is ranked #107 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mcgilvra Elementary School often compared to?
Mcgilvra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madrona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mcgilvra Elementary School?
215 students attend Mcgilvra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Mcgilvra Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcgilvra Elementary School?
Mcgilvra Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mcgilvra Elementary School offer ?
Mcgilvra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcgilvra Elementary School part of?
Mcgilvra Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Mcgilvra Elementary School located?
Mcgilvra Elementary School is located in the Madison Park neighborhood of Seattle, WA.

School Reviews

1   4/20/2020
It is small and weird neighborhood school with little diversity.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - seattlesmoothie
5   1/29/2020
Awesome school!!! we learned everything in an easy, productive way. The facilities were very clean, and it has an unbeatable field. also it was in a very safe area.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Alex
2   11/5/2014
Active parent community. Parents fund a good portion of the extra programs offered at this school. Principal is below average with very poor communication and conflict resolutions skills. Mix between exceptional teachers and marginal teachers.
- Posted by Parent - blpow

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 215 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥80% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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