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#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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.07 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Above Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.6%
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.8%
Math vs. State Avg-4.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Overall Proficiency48%
Expected (poverty-adj.)55%
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.8Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,430

Sacajawea Elementary School — Students at Sacajawea Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 49.6%
School
State
45.8%
ELA Proficiency 53.4%
School
State
50.2%

Based on 13 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2022
ELA
57%
2024
Math
47.7%
ELA
50.4%

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.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in WA
Academic
6.3/10
6.3/10
Growth
6.2/10
Above average
Environment
9.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (5,803/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Seattle). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Seattle School District No. 1
District Enrollment
50,770
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,806
District Rank
#72 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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