Average
#964 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 43% in state
Emerson Elementary School
Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1
9709 60 AV S, Seattle, WA 98118
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#964 of 2,228
In Seattle
#92 of 123
public schools
In district
#87 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Emerson Elementary School
Emerson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Emerson Elementary School serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Emerson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #964 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Emerson Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 8.2
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Emerson Elementary School 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.
43% of students at Emerson Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Emerson Elementary School — Students at Emerson Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 7.0/10.
How Emerson Elementary School Compares
See how Emerson Elementary School 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
9709 60 AV S, Seattle, WA 98118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emerson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lakeridge Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Mercer Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dunlap Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rainier Beach High School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Rainier View Elementary School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| South Shore PK-8 School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Alan T. Sugiyama High School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Dunlap Elementary School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Campbell Hill Elementary School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Lakeridge Elementary School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| DERECH EMUNAH Seattle | 2.0 mi | — |
| DERECH EMUNAH DBA SEATTLE JEWISH GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Seattle | 2.0 mi | — |
| Wing Luke Elementary School Seattle | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Graham Hill Elementary School Seattle | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School Seattle | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Rising Star Elementary School Seattle | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Bryn Mawr Elementary School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Dimmitt Middle School Seattle | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Lakeridge Elementary School Mercer Island | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Talley High School Seattle | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Rainier Valley Leadership Academy Seattle | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Islander Middle School Mercer Island | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Aki Kurose Middle School Seattle | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,085
Median Home Value
$746,400
Median Rent
$1,831/mo
Population
49,560
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
38
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blaine Primary School Blaine, WA | 6.7 |
| East Farms STEAM School Newman Lake, WA | 6.7 |
| Franklin Elementary Port Angeles, WA | 6.7 |
| Hazelwood Elementary Lynnwood, WA | 6.7 |
| Impact Public Schools Tacoma, WA | 6.7 |
| Kellogg Marsh Elementary School Marysville, WA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emerson Elementary School
What grades does Emerson Elementary School serve?
Emerson Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emerson Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Emerson Elementary School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emerson Elementary School rank in WA?
Emerson Elementary School ranks #964 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Emerson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Emerson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Emerson Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emerson Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Emerson Elementary School a charter school?
No, Emerson Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emerson Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Emerson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emerson Elementary School?
77.4% of students at Emerson 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 323
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.7%
- Phone
- (206) 252-7100
Resources & Links
District
Seattle School District No. 1- District Enrollment
- 50,770
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,806
- District Rank
- #87 of 106
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