Serving 462 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 78% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- 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
School Overview
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate's student population of 462 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate ranks within the top 5% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonoji Sakai Intermediate is 0.39, 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
#96 out of 2052 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
77%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #96 out of 2,052 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?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Sonoji Sakai Intermediate?
462 students attend Sonoji Sakai Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Sonoji Sakai Intermediate students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sonoji Sakai Intermediate?
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate has a student ration of 17:1, 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
What school district is Sonoji Sakai Intermediate part of?
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate is part of Bainbridge Island School District.
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