Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wedgwood Elementary School 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wedgwood Elementary School serves the northern part of Seattle, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wedgwood 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
Wedgwood Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wedgwood Elementary School 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 Wedgwood Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#37 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
20%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Wedgwood Elementary School's ranking?
Wedgwood Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Wedgwood Elementary School often compared to?
Wedgwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like View Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Wedgwood Elementary School?
333 students attend Wedgwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Wedgwood Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wedgwood Elementary School?
Wedgwood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wedgwood Elementary School offer ?
Wedgwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wedgwood Elementary School part of?
Wedgwood Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Wedgwood Elementary School located?
Wedgwood Elementary School is located in the Northeast Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Seattle.
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