Excellent
#11 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 1% in state
Mcdonald International School
Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1
144 NE 54th St, Seattle, WA 98105
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#11 of 2,228
In Seattle
#6 of 123
public schools
In district
#6 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Mcdonald International School
Mcdonald International School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Mcdonald International School serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcdonald International School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #11 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mcdonald International School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Mcdonald International School — Students at Mcdonald International School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 9.8/10.
How Mcdonald International School Compares
See how Mcdonald International 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
144 NE 54th St, Seattle, WA 98105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcdonald International School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. B F Day Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is John Stanford International School (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tops K-8 School (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE MERIDIAN SCHOOL Seattle | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Green Lake Elementary School Seattle | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL Seattle | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| John Stanford International School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| BILLINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| SEATTLE JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| ACADEMY FOR PRECISION LEARNING Seattle | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| UNIVERSITY COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Lincoln High School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Hamilton International Middle School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Roosevelt High School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ST CATHERINE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Daniel Bagley Elementary School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Tops K-8 School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| KAPKA COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| B F Day Elementary School Seattle | 1.4 mi | 9.7 |
| NORTHWEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Seattle | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| PERKINS SCHOOL Seattle | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| WOODLAND PARK COOPERATIVE Seattle | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,691
Median Home Value
$1,261,100
Median Rent
$1,803/mo
Population
49,229
College Educated
77.2%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
24.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Capt Johnston Blakely Elem Sch Bainbridge Island, WA | 9.6 |
| Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Sammamish, WA | 9.6 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Seattle, WA | 9.6 |
| Kamiak Elementary Pullman, WA | 9.6 |
| Snoqualmie Elementary Snoqualmie, WA | 9.6 |
| Albert Einstein Elementary Redmond, WA | 9.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcdonald International School
What grades does Mcdonald International School serve?
Mcdonald International School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mcdonald International School?
Mcdonald International School has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcdonald International School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcdonald International School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mcdonald International School rank in WA?
Mcdonald International School ranks #11 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mcdonald International School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mcdonald International School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Mcdonald International School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcdonald International School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Mcdonald International School a charter school?
No, Mcdonald International School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcdonald International School a Title I school?
No, Mcdonald International School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mcdonald International School?
6.5% of students at Mcdonald International 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 474
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.1%
- Phone
- (206) 252-2900
Resources & Links
District
Seattle School District No. 1- District Enrollment
- 50,770
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,806
- District Rank
- #6 of 106
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