North Kitsap School District
School District · Poulsbo, Washington
Avg Rating
6.3
out of 10
Schools
14
7 elem, 2 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,414
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Avg Rating
6.3
out of 10
Schools
14
7 elem, 2 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,414
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
How this district compares
Washington rank
#99 of 233
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.0
below Washington avg
Per-pupil spending
$18,414
+$690 vs Washington median
District size
5,363 students
Much larger than Washington median
About North Kitsap School District
North Kitsap School District is a Poulsbo, Washington school district serving 14 schools. The district educates 5,363 students with a student-teacher ratio of 18.8:1. The district invests $18,414 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.3/10, North Kitsap School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Poulsbo Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.9/10.
In standardized testing, North Kitsap School District students show an average math proficiency of 47.2% and ELA proficiency of 55.9%.
The district includes 7 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 3 high schools.
District Map
Schools in North Kitsap School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in North Kitsap School District with test data.
Schools in North Kitsap School District
14 schools Elementary Schools 7
Middle Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Washington
- City
- Poulsbo
- Total Enrollment
- 5,363
- Teachers (FTE)
- 286
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in North Kitsap School District?
North Kitsap School District has 14 schools in total — 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for North Kitsap School District?
The average composite rating for North Kitsap School District is 6.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in North Kitsap School District?
North Kitsap School District spends $18,414 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in North Kitsap School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in North Kitsap School District is 18.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in North Kitsap School District?
Poulsbo Elementary School is the highest-rated school in North Kitsap School District with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What are the test scores in North Kitsap School District?
Across schools in North Kitsap School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 47.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 55.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does North Kitsap School District compare to other districts in Washington?
North Kitsap School District has an average school rating of 6.3/10 across 14 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Washington by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 47.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 55.9%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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