Very Good
#401 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 18% 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
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Seattle
#38 of 89
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#351 of 1,202
In district
#45 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
Equity
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About North Beach Elementary School
North Beach Elementary School serves 366 students in grades prekindergarten through fifth in Seattle's affluent North Beach neighborhood. With 23 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio that supports personalized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning an impressive 8.0 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking 88th out of 2,261 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 96th percentile.
This excellence is reflected in the school's 9.1 out of 10 academic score, with 77% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels. North Beach Elementary sits within ZIP code 98117, a well-educated community where 72% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's median household income of $166,029 and median home value of $957,700 reflect the area's economic prosperity, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 4.5% among its 36,115 residents.
The school benefits from its location in this engaged, educationally-focused community within Seattle's large urban environment, where families prioritize academic achievement and have the resources to support their children's educational journey.
Score Breakdown
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North Beach Elementary School — Students at North Beach Elementary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 13 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How North Beach Elementary School Compares
See how North Beach Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 77% (2019) to 68.6% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 82% (2019) to 74% (2024).
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. Whittier Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Viewlands Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Broadview-Thomson K-8 School (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably 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 | 8.7 |
| Whitman Middle School Seattle | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| 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 | 9.5 |
| Salmon Bay K-8 School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Licton Springs K-8 Seattle | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Adams Elementary School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Ballard High School Seattle | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| 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 | 8.8 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Seattle | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| West Woodland Elementary School Seattle | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| SEATTLE AREA GERMAN AMERICAN SCHOOL Seattle | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Lawton Elementary School Seattle | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| 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 | 9.1 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding North Beach Elementary School has a median household income of $182,500. It is a well-educated community where 75% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,028,100, with a median rent of $2,197/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Wenatchee, WA | 7.9 |
| Alderwood Elementary School Bellingham, WA | 7.9 |
| BERTSCHI SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 7.9 |
| Byron Kibler Elementary School Enumclaw, WA | 7.9 |
| Columbia Elementary School Wenatchee, WA | 7.9 |
| Columbia Elementary School Woodland, WA | 7.9 |
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 is ranked #401 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is North Beach Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Beach Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at North Beach Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, North Beach Elementary School has 70.8% math proficiency and 75.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
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
- Phone
- (206) 252-1510
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Seattle School District No. 1- District Enrollment
- 50,770
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,806
- District Rank
- #45 of 106
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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