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#4 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 1% in state

B F Day Elementary School

Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1

3921 LINDEN AV N, Seattle, WA 98103

Enrollment

414

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

9.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#4 of 2,228

In Seattle

#2 of 123

public schools

In district

#2 of 106

Seattle School District No. 1

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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9.7/10

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About B F Day Elementary School

B F Day Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. B F Day Elementary School serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. B F Day Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for B F Day Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+1.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendImproving
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+18.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.9 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+9.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,806
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

B F Day Elementary School — Students at B F Day Elementary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 66.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 74.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2022
Math
64.5%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
70.9%
ELA
80.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How B F Day Elementary School Compares

See how B F Day Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.7/10
100th percentile in WA
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3921 LINDEN AV N, Seattle, WA 98103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering B F Day Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frantz Coe Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is McDonald International School (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, John Stanford International School (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
WOODLAND PARK COOPERATIVE Seattle 0.3 mi
KAPKA COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle 0.7 mi 6.5
Lincoln High School Seattle 0.6 mi 7.1
NORTHWEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Seattle 0.7 mi 7.6
SEATTLE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Seattle 0.8 mi 8.8
Hamilton International Middle School Seattle 0.5 mi 8.3
ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Seattle 0.9 mi 6.8
PACIFIC CREST SCHOOL Seattle 0.8 mi 5.8
Queen Anne Elementary Seattle 1.2 mi 8.6
THE MERIDIAN SCHOOL Seattle 1.0 mi 8.3
McClure Middle School Seattle 1.3 mi 8.1
West Woodland Elementary School Seattle 1.2 mi 8.9
Frantz Coe Elementary School Seattle 1.2 mi 9.7
John Hay Elementary School Seattle 1.5 mi 6.8
ST ANNE SCHOOL Seattle 1.7 mi 4.9
John Stanford International School Seattle 1.2 mi 9.3
McDonald International School Seattle 1.4 mi 9.6
Tops K-8 School Seattle 1.4 mi 9.2
Green Lake Elementary School Seattle 1.8 mi 7.2
ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL Seattle 1.7 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,372

Median Home Value

$1,012,900

Median Rent

$2,006/mo

Population

51,988

College Educated

77.3%

Homeownership

45.2%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

34.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Frantz Coe Elementary School Seattle, WA 9.7
Greenwood Elementary School Seattle, WA 9.7
Island Park Elementary Mercer Island, WA 9.7
Capt Johnston Blakely Elem Sch Bainbridge Island, WA 9.6
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Sammamish, WA 9.6
Hawthorne Elementary School Seattle, WA 9.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about B F Day Elementary School

What grades does B F Day Elementary School serve?

B F Day Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend B F Day Elementary School?

B F Day Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at B F Day Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at B F Day Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does B F Day Elementary School rank in WA?

B F Day Elementary School ranks #4 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is B F Day Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

B F Day Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at B F Day Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, B F Day Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is B F Day Elementary School a charter school?

No, B F Day Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is B F Day Elementary School a Title I school?

No, B F Day Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for B F Day Elementary School?

16.9% of students at B F Day Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
63 Good Transit
Bike Score
84 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

Seattle School District No. 1
District Enrollment
50,770
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,806
District Rank
#2 of 106

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