Average
#1071 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 48% in state
Chief Kitsap Academy
School · Suquamish Tribal Education Department
15838 Sandy Hook Rd, Poulsbo, WA 98370
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,071 of 2,228
In Poulsbo
#3 of 6
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Chief Kitsap Academy
Chief Kitsap Academy is a public school in Poulsbo, WA, part of Suquamish Tribal Education Department. Chief Kitsap Academy serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Chief Kitsap Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,071 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Chief Kitsap Academy show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Chief Kitsap Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Chief Kitsap Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Chief Kitsap Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Chief Kitsap Academy — Students at Chief Kitsap Academy score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Chief Kitsap Academy Compares
See how Chief Kitsap Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
15838 Sandy Hook Rd, Poulsbo, WA 98370
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chief Kitsap Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ordway Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Bainbridge Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sonoji Sakai Intermediate (rated 9.4/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Bainbridge Island), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Halilts Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Bainbridge Island), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Poulsbo, see our Poulsbo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST SOUND ACADEMY Poulsbo | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Suquamish Elementary School Suquamish | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Poulsbo Elementary School Poulsbo | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Poulsbo Middle School Poulsbo | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| THE ISLAND SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| North Kitsap High School Poulsbo | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| POULSBO ADVENTIST SCHOOL Poulsbo | 3.1 mi | — |
| Halilts Elementary School Bainbridge Island | 3.3 mi | 8.7 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Poulsbo | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Brownsville Elementary Bremerton | 4.6 mi | 8.3 |
| SILVERWOOD SCHOOL Poulsbo | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Hilder Pearson Elementary Poulsbo | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| CHILDREN'S GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF POULSBO Poulsbo | 5.2 mi | — |
| Sonoji Sakai Intermediate Bainbridge Island | 4.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Woodward Middle School Bainbridge Island | 4.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Esquire Hills Elementary Bremerton | 5.3 mi | 6.3 |
| MONTESSORI COUNTRY SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 5.3 mi | 5.9 |
| CARDEN COUNTRY SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 5.7 mi | 6.1 |
| CENTRAL KITSAP MONTESSORI Poulsbo | 4.8 mi | — |
| Ordway Elementary Bainbridge Island | 5.3 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98370 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,416
Median Home Value
$587,000
Median Rent
$1,757/mo
Population
32,997
College Educated
44.6%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
45
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|---|---|
| LAKEWOOD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakewood, WA | 6.4 |
| Support School Federal Way, WA | 6.4 |
| Special Services Everett, WA | 6.5 |
| ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Arlington, WA | 6.3 |
| Handicapped Contractual Services Shoreline, WA | 6.2 |
| Hollingsworth Academy Vancouver, WA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chief Kitsap Academy
What grades does Chief Kitsap Academy serve?
Chief Kitsap Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Chief Kitsap Academy?
Chief Kitsap Academy has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chief Kitsap Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Chief Kitsap Academy is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chief Kitsap Academy rank in WA?
Chief Kitsap Academy ranks #1,071 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Chief Kitsap Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Chief Kitsap Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Chief Kitsap Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chief Kitsap Academy has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Chief Kitsap Academy a charter school?
No, Chief Kitsap Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chief Kitsap Academy a Title I school?
No, Chief Kitsap Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chief Kitsap Academy?
60.3% of students at Chief Kitsap Academy 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Kitsap County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 88.5%
- Phone
- (360) 394-8566
Resources & Links
District
Suquamish Tribal Education Department- District Enrollment
- 78
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,845
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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