Very Good
#803 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 36% in state
Sacajawea Elementary School
Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1
9501 20 AV NE, Seattle, WA 98115
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Seattle
#61 of 89
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#619 of 1,202
In district
#72 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
School environment
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Sacajawea Elementary School
Sacajawea Elementary School serves 228 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Seattle's highly educated and affluent 98115 neighborhood. With 19 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 12:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 89th percentile among Washington's elementary schools at #250 out of 2,261 schools statewide.
Students show solid achievement in core subjects, with 60% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 57% demonstrate proficiency in mathematics. Sacajawea Elementary benefits from serving a community where educational achievement is highly valued. The surrounding neighborhood has a median household income of $141,013 and an impressive 77% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
With a low poverty rate of just 6.7% and median home values around $985,000, families in this area typically have significant resources to support their children's education. The school operates as a regular public elementary school within Seattle's large urban environment, providing students with access to the cultural and educational opportunities that come with city life while maintaining the intimate feel of a smaller school community.
Score Breakdown
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Sacajawea Elementary School — Students at Sacajawea Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.2%
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: 6.2/10.
How Sacajawea Elementary School Compares
See how Sacajawea Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 47.6% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 48.8% (2024).
Location
9501 20 AV NE, Seattle, WA 98115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacajawea Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wedgwood Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Rogers Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PERKINS SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DARTMOOR SCHOOL Seattle | 0.5 mi | — |
| SEATTLE WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PERKINS SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Wedgwood Elementary School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Olympic View Elementary School Seattle | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| UNIVERSITY PREP Seattle | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ST CATHERINE SCHOOL Seattle | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Nathan Hale High School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Hazel Wolf K-8 Seattle | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| SPRING ACADEMY Seattle | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY--SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Jane Addams Middle School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Eckstein Middle School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Roosevelt High School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Seattle | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| John Rogers Elementary School Seattle | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| BILLINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| SEATTLE JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Olympic Hills Elementary School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Seattle | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,190
Median Home Value
$1,041,500
Median Rent
$2,118/mo
Population
54,248
College Educated
78.3%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
37.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sacajawea Elementary School has a median household income of $148,190. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,041,500, with a median rent of $2,118/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 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 |
|---|---|
| Broadway Learning Center Longview, WA | 7.0 |
| Cedar Valley Elementary School Covington, WA | 7.0 |
| ETON SCHOOL Bellevue, WA | 7.0 |
| Laurelhurst Elementary School Seattle, WA | 7.0 |
| Longfellow Elementary Pasco, WA | 7.0 |
| Rock Island Elementary Rock Island, WA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacajawea Elementary School
What grades does Sacajawea Elementary School serve?
Sacajawea Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sacajawea Elementary School?
Sacajawea Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacajawea Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacajawea Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sacajawea Elementary School rank in WA?
Sacajawea Elementary School is ranked #803 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Sacajawea Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacajawea Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.0 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 Sacajawea Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sacajawea Elementary School has 49.6% math proficiency and 53.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sacajawea Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sacajawea Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sacajawea Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sacajawea Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sacajawea Elementary School?
34.2% of students at Sacajawea 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
- 228
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 252-5550
- 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
- #72 of 106
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