Excellent
#452 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 20% in state
Salish Coast Elementary
Elementary School · Port Townsend School District
1637 Grant St, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#452 of 2,228
In Port Townsend
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Port Townsend School District
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Salish Coast Elementary
Salish Coast Elementary is a public elementary school in Port Townsend, WA, part of Port Townsend School District. Salish Coast Elementary serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Salish Coast Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #452 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Salish Coast Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Salish Coast Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Salish Coast Elementary — Students at Salish Coast Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Salish Coast Elementary Compares
See how Salish Coast Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1637 Grant St, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salish Coast Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hillcrest Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Oak Harbor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Coupeville Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Coupeville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Chimacum Creek Primary School (rated 7.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Chimacum), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port Townsend, see our Port Townsend schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SWAN SCHOOL Port Townsend | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Blue Heron Middle School Port Townsend | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| OCEAN Port Townsend | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Port Townsend High School Port Townsend | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| CEDARBROOK ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN Port Hadlock | 5.4 mi | — |
| SUNFIELD WALDORF SCHOOL Port Hadlock | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Chimacum Creek Primary School Chimacum | 5.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Chimacum Elementary School Chimacum | 7.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Chimacum Junior/Senior High School Chimacum | 7.0 mi | 3.9 |
| PI Program Chimacum | 7.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Coupeville High School Coupeville | 8.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Coupeville Middle School Coupeville | 8.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Open Den Coupeville | 8.2 mi | — |
| Coupeville Elementary School Coupeville | 8.3 mi | 7.9 |
| BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Oak Harbor | 10.6 mi | — |
| Broad View Elementary Oak Harbor | 13.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Hillcrest Elementary Oak Harbor | 14.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Oak Harbor Intermediate School Oak Harbor | 13.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Oak Harbor High School Oak Harbor | 14.2 mi | 4.7 |
| iGrad Academy Oak Harbor | 14.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,061
Median Home Value
$511,900
Median Rent
$1,349/mo
Population
17,401
College Educated
50.8%
Homeownership
75.6%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
59.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barge-Lincoln Elementary School Yakima, WA | 8.0 |
| Centennial Elementary Olympia, WA | 8.0 |
| Helen Haller Elementary School Sequim, WA | 8.0 |
| Highland Terrace Elementary Shoreline, WA | 8.0 |
| Illahee Elementary School Camas, WA | 8.0 |
| Minter Creek Elementary Gig Harbor, WA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salish Coast Elementary
What grades does Salish Coast Elementary serve?
Salish Coast Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Salish Coast Elementary?
Salish Coast Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salish Coast Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Salish Coast Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salish Coast Elementary rank in WA?
Salish Coast Elementary ranks #452 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Salish Coast Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Salish Coast Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Salish Coast Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Salish Coast Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Salish Coast Elementary a charter school?
No, Salish Coast Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salish Coast Elementary a Title I school?
No, Salish Coast Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Salish Coast Elementary?
53.4% of students at Salish Coast Elementary 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.0%
- Phone
- (360) 379-4535
Resources & Links
District
Port Townsend School District- District Enrollment
- 1,170
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,800
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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