Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Beach 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 41%). 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 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: North Beach Elementary School serves the northern part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Beach 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
North Beach Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Beach 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 North Beach Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#111 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Beach Elementary School's ranking?
North Beach Elementary School is ranked #111 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are North Beach Elementary School often compared to?
North Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loyal Heights Elementary School, Greenwood 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 41% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend North Beach Elementary School?
344 students attend North Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of North Beach Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Beach Elementary School?
North Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Beach Elementary School offer ?
North Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Beach Elementary School part of?
North Beach Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is North Beach Elementary School located?
North Beach Elementary School is located in the North Beach And Blue Ridge neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Beach And Blue Ridge.
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