Serving 456 students in grades 5-6, Sonoji Sakai Intermediate ranks in the top 5% 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 79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sakai Intermediate's attendance zone covers the entire Bainbridge Island school district, encompassing approximately 65.1 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate 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
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate's student population of 456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Sakai is positive, nurturing, welcoming, and engaging for staff, students and parents.
School Rankings
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonoji Sakai Intermediate is 0.47, 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
#65 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Sonoji Sakai Intermediate's ranking?
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate is ranked #65 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sonoji Sakai Intermediate?
456 students attend Sonoji Sakai Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sonoji Sakai Intermediate students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonoji Sakai Intermediate?
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sonoji Sakai Intermediate offer ?
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonoji Sakai Intermediate part of?
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate is part of Bainbridge Island School District.
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