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Very Good

#724 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 33% in state

Green Lake Elementary School

Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1

2400 N 65 ST, Seattle, WA 98103

Enrollment

322

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#724 of 2,228

In Seattle

#77 of 123

public schools

In district

#74 of 106

Seattle School District No. 1

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Green Lake Elementary School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Seattle · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Green Lake Elementary School

Green Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Green Lake Elementary School serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #724 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Green Lake Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.8% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.9% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,806
Chronic Absenteeism25.8%

Green Lake Elementary School — Students at Green Lake Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 67.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 71.5% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
57.3%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
55.6%
ELA
53.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Green Lake Elementary School Compares

See how Green Lake Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in WA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

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

2400 N 65 ST, Seattle, WA 98103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Green Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McDonald International School (rated 9.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cascadia Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Stanford International School (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
BILLINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle 0.3 mi 7.9
SEATTLE JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle 0.3 mi 6.0
McDonald International School Seattle 0.6 mi 9.6
THE MERIDIAN SCHOOL Seattle 0.9 mi 8.3
UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL Seattle 0.8 mi 8.2
ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Seattle 0.9 mi 6.8
Roosevelt High School Seattle 0.7 mi 7.9
UNIVERSITY COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle 0.8 mi 7.3
ST CATHERINE SCHOOL Seattle 1.1 mi 6.6
Daniel Bagley Elementary School Seattle 1.0 mi 8.6
ACADEMY FOR PRECISION LEARNING Seattle 1.0 mi 9.0
John Stanford International School Seattle 1.3 mi 9.3
Lincoln High School Seattle 1.2 mi 7.1
PERKINS SCHOOL Seattle 1.3 mi 7.7
Cascadia Elementary Seattle 1.4 mi 9.5
Hamilton International Middle School Seattle 1.4 mi 8.3
Robert Eagle Staff Middle School Seattle 1.4 mi 8.7
Olympic View Elementary School Seattle 1.6 mi 7.7
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY--SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle 1.7 mi 7.5
DARTMOOR SCHOOL Seattle 1.7 mi

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Green Lake Elementary School

What grades does Green Lake Elementary School serve?

Green Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Green Lake Elementary School?

Green Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Lake Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Green Lake Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Green Lake Elementary School rank in WA?

Green Lake Elementary School ranks #724 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Green Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Green Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Green Lake Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Green Lake Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Green Lake Elementary School a charter school?

No, Green Lake Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Green Lake Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Green Lake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Green Lake Elementary School?

31.1% of students at Green Lake 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
92 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

District

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

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