Serving 486 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 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 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Olympic Hills Elementary School serves the northern part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families within the zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olympic Hills Elementary School's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Olympic Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 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
#974 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
28%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
18%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
37%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olympic Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Olympic Hills Elementary School is ranked #974 out of 2,088 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 41% 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?
486 students attend Olympic Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Olympic Hills Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olympic Hills Elementary School?
Olympic Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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