Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Salish Coast Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grant Street Elementary serves the entire district of Port Townsend, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 169.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 18.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salish Coast Elementary School's student population of 528 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salish Coast 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 Salish Coast Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#719 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salish Coast Elementary School's ranking?
Salish Coast Elementary School is ranked #719 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Salish Coast Elementary School often compared to?
Salish Coast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Heron Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Salish Coast Elementary School?
528 students attend Salish Coast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Salish Coast Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salish Coast Elementary School?
Salish Coast Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Salish Coast Elementary School offer ?
Salish Coast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salish Coast Elementary School part of?
Salish Coast Elementary School is part of Port Townsend School District.
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