Excellent
#77 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 3% in state
Montlake Elementary School
Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1
2409 22 AV E, Seattle, WA 98112
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#77 of 2,228
In Seattle
#18 of 123
public schools
In district
#18 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Montlake Elementary School
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About Montlake Elementary School
Montlake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Montlake Elementary School serves approximately 167 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Montlake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Montlake Elementary School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 167 students, Montlake Elementary School 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.
Score Breakdown
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Montlake Elementary School — Students at Montlake Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 8.9/10.
How Montlake Elementary School Compares
See how Montlake 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
2409 22 AV E, Seattle, WA 98112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montlake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stevens Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is John Stanford International School (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tops K-8 School (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stevens Elementary School Seattle | 0.6 mi | 9.6 |
| HOLY NAMES ACADEMY Seattle | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Seattle | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| BERTSCHI SCHOOL Seattle | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| SEATTLE AMISTAD SCHOOL Seattle | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Edmonds S. Meany Middle School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Tops K-8 School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| McGilvra Elementary School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Lowell Elementary School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| THE VALLEY SCHOOL Seattle | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| FUSION ACADEMY SEATTLE Seattle | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| THE BUSH SCHOOL Seattle | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| John Stanford International School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| ACADEMY FOR PRECISION LEARNING Seattle | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Seattle World School Seattle | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Seattle | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL Seattle | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| SEATTLE ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Seattle | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| UNIVERSITY COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,073
Median Home Value
$1,407,400
Median Rent
$2,062/mo
Population
23,961
College Educated
80.9%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| James Baldwin Elementary School Seattle, WA | 9.2 |
| NORTHLAKE ACADEMY Kirkland, WA | 9.2 |
| Odyssey Multiage Program Bainbridge Island, WA | 9.2 |
| Waterville Elementary Waterville, WA | 9.2 |
| Carbonado Historical School 19 Carbonado, WA | 9.3 |
| Cascade K-8 Community School Shoreline, WA | 9.3 |
Compare Montlake Elementary School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareMontlake Elementary School vs Stevens Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.6/10 +0.4 vs Montlake Elementary School
- CompareMontlake Elementary School vs Hawthorne Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.6/10 +0.4 vs Montlake Elementary School
- CompareMontlake Elementary School vs Whittier Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 8.3/10 -0.9 vs Montlake Elementary School
- CompareMontlake Elementary School vs Rising Star Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 7.2/10 -2.0 vs Montlake Elementary School
- CompareMontlake Elementary School vs Viewlands Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.4/10 +0.2 vs Montlake Elementary School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montlake Elementary School
What grades does Montlake Elementary School serve?
Montlake Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Montlake Elementary School?
Montlake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montlake Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Montlake Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montlake Elementary School rank in WA?
Montlake Elementary School ranks #77 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Montlake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Montlake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Montlake Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montlake Elementary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Montlake Elementary School a charter school?
No, Montlake Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montlake Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Montlake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montlake Elementary School?
9.0% of students at Montlake 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 167
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.0%
- Phone
- (206) 252-3300
Resources & Links
District
Seattle School District No. 1- District Enrollment
- 50,770
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,806
- District Rank
- #18 of 106
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