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#212 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 10% in state

North Beach Elementary School

Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1

9018 24 AV NW, Seattle, WA 98117

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#212 of 2,228

In Seattle

#39 of 123

public schools

In district

#38 of 106

Seattle School District No. 1

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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North Beach Elementary School

8.7/10

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

Loyal Heights Elementary School

8.1/10

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8.6/10

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About North Beach Elementary School

North Beach Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. North Beach Elementary School serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. North Beach Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #212 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for North Beach Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.6% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+16.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.6 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,806
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

North Beach Elementary School — Students at North Beach Elementary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 76.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 82.5% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
77.7%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
69.2%
ELA
74%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How North Beach Elementary School Compares

See how North Beach Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
91th percentile in WA
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
12%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

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

9018 24 AV NW, Seattle, WA 98117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Beach Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenwood Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Viewlands Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Adams Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Loyal Heights Elementary School Seattle 0.6 mi 8.1
Whitman Middle School Seattle 0.5 mi 8.6
NORTH SEATTLE FRENCH SCHOOL Seattle 0.9 mi 7.8
MATHEIA SCHOOL Seattle 1.2 mi 6.3
Whittier Elementary School Seattle 1.0 mi 8.3
Salmon Bay K-8 School Seattle 1.3 mi 8.8
Licton Springs K-8 Seattle 1.3 mi 5.7
Adams Elementary School Seattle 1.5 mi 9.2
Ballard High School Seattle 1.4 mi 8.2
ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL Seattle 1.7 mi 7.6
Viewlands Elementary School Seattle 1.4 mi 9.4
Greenwood Elementary School Seattle 1.4 mi 9.7
ST JOHN SCHOOL Seattle 1.5 mi 5.6
West Woodland Elementary School Seattle 2.1 mi 8.9
SEATTLE AREA GERMAN AMERICAN SCHOOL Seattle 1.8 mi 4.9
Lawton Elementary School Seattle 2.6 mi 8.9
CHRIST THE KING PARISH SCHOOL Seattle 2.0 mi 6.2
PACIFIC CREST SCHOOL Seattle 2.6 mi 5.8
Broadview-Thomson K-8 School Seattle 2.6 mi 8.7
NORTHWEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Seattle 2.6 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$182,500

Median Home Value

$1,028,100

Median Rent

$2,197/mo

Population

35,147

College Educated

74.8%

Homeownership

70.7%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

39.8

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Bennett Elementary School Bellevue, WA 8.7
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Halilts Elementary School Bainbridge Island, WA 8.7
Leschi Elementary School Seattle, WA 8.7
Midway Elementary Colbert, WA 8.7
Mountainview Elementary Yakima, WA 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Beach Elementary School

What grades does North Beach Elementary School serve?

North Beach Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend North Beach Elementary School?

North Beach Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Beach Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Beach Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Beach Elementary School rank in WA?

North Beach Elementary School ranks #212 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is North Beach Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Beach Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 North Beach Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Beach Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is North Beach Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is North Beach Elementary School a Title I school?

No, North Beach Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Beach Elementary School?

11.7% of students at North Beach 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
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

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

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