Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Viewlands Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Viewlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Viewlands Elementary School's student population of 290 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Viewlands Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Viewlands Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#509 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
12%
5%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viewlands Elementary School's ranking?
Viewlands Elementary School is ranked #509 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Viewlands Elementary School often compared to?
Viewlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadview-thomson K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Viewlands Elementary School?
290 students attend Viewlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Viewlands Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Viewlands Elementary School?
Viewlands Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Viewlands Elementary School offer ?
Viewlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Viewlands Elementary School part of?
Viewlands Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Viewlands Elementary School located?
Viewlands Elementary School is located in the North Beach And Blue Ridge neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Beach And Blue Ridge.
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