Serving 459 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 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- 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 459 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonoji Sakai Intermediate is 0.43, 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
#83 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
74%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Sonoji Sakai Intermediate's ranking?
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate is ranked #83 out of 2,113 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?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
459 students attend Sonoji Sakai Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Sonoji Sakai Intermediate students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 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 16:1.
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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