Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olympic Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher 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 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympic Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Olympic Hills Elementary School's student population of 485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Olympic Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olympic Hills Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#982 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
21%
5%
White
36%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Olympic Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Olympic Hills Elementary School is ranked #982 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Olympic Hills Elementary School?
485 students attend Olympic Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Olympic Hills Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olympic Hills Elementary School?
Olympic Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Olympic Hills Elementary School offer ?
Olympic Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olympic Hills Elementary School part of?
Olympic Hills Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Olympic Hills Elementary School located?
Olympic Hills Elementary School is located in the Olympic Hills neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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