Serving 602 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Samantha Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samantha Smith 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
Samantha Smith Elementary School's student population of 602 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Samantha Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samantha Smith Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#21 out of 2113 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
64%
9%
Hispanic
4%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
26%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samantha Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Samantha Smith Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Samantha Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Samantha Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louisa May Alcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Samantha Smith Elementary School?
602 students attend Samantha Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Samantha Smith Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samantha Smith Elementary School?
Samantha Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Samantha Smith Elementary School offer ?
Samantha Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Samantha Smith Elementary School part of?
Samantha Smith Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
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