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#125 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 6% in state

Olympic Hills Elementary School

Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1

13018 20 AV NE, Seattle, WA 98125

Enrollment

485

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#125 of 2,228

In Seattle

#25 of 123

public schools

In district

#25 of 106

Seattle School District No. 1

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Olympic Hills Elementary School

9.0/10

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

St Matthew School

6.9/10

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9.2/10

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About Olympic Hills Elementary School

Olympic Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Olympic Hills Elementary School serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Olympic Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #125 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Olympic Hills Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.2% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.6 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,806
Chronic Absenteeism29.1%

Olympic Hills Elementary School — Students at Olympic Hills Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 61.5% (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
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
48%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
52.4%
ELA
57.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Olympic Hills Elementary School Compares

See how Olympic Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
94th percentile in WA
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

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

13018 20 AV NE, Seattle, WA 98125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Olympic Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hazel Wolf K-8 (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is James Baldwin Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Briarcrest Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Seattle 0.4 mi 6.9
Hazel Wolf K-8 Seattle 0.8 mi 9.2
SHORELINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shoreline 0.9 mi 6.8
Fircrest Residential Habilitation Shoreline 1.2 mi
Shorecrest High School Shoreline 1.2 mi 7.1
SPRING ACADEMY Seattle 1.1 mi 5.9
Jane Addams Middle School Seattle 1.2 mi 7.7
Cedar Park Elementary School Seattle 0.9 mi 8.1
Briarcrest Elementary Shoreline 1.3 mi 9.1
Nathan Hale High School Seattle 1.3 mi 6.8
LAKESIDE SCHOOL Seattle 1.1 mi 6.5
Kellogg Middle School Shoreline 1.6 mi 7.0
SEATTLE WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle 1.6 mi 7.7
James Baldwin Elementary School Seattle 1.2 mi 9.2
Sacajawea Elementary School Seattle 1.8 mi 6.7
DARTMOOR SCHOOL Seattle 1.8 mi
Ridgecrest Elementary Shoreline 1.8 mi 6.4
John Rogers Elementary School Seattle 1.5 mi 8.4
Olympic View Elementary School Seattle 1.9 mi 7.7
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY--SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle 1.8 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,725

Median Home Value

$844,500

Median Rent

$1,856/mo

Population

43,807

College Educated

60.6%

Homeownership

45.7%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Olympic Hills Elementary School

What grades does Olympic Hills Elementary School serve?

Olympic Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Olympic Hills Elementary School?

Olympic Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Olympic Hills Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Olympic Hills Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Olympic Hills Elementary School rank in WA?

Olympic Hills Elementary School ranks #125 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Olympic Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Olympic Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Olympic Hills Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Olympic Hills Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Olympic Hills Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Olympic Hills Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Olympic Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Olympic Hills Elementary School?

55.3% of students at Olympic Hills 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
54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

District

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

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