Excellent
#220 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 10% 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
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Port Townsend
#1 of 4
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#207 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 4
Port Townsend School District
School environment
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Salish Coast Elementary
Salish Coast Elementary is a public elementary school in Port Townsend, WA, part of the Port Townsend School District. The school serves approximately 459 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 90.2th percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 49% proficiency in math, 3 points above the state average and 52% in reading/language arts, 2 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $67,061, where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant town setting.
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 13 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: 8.3/10.
How Salish Coast Elementary Compares
See how Salish Coast Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 53% (2019) to 47.4% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 55% (2019) to 51.7% (2024).
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 9.0/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Oak Harbor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Coupeville Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Coupeville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Chimacum Creek Primary School (rated 7.9/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Chimacum), with a comparable 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 | 5.9 |
| OCEAN Port Townsend | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Port Townsend High School Port Townsend | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| 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 | 7.9 |
| Chimacum Elementary School Chimacum | 7.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Chimacum Junior/Senior High School Chimacum | 7.0 mi | 4.0 |
| PI Program Chimacum | 7.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Coupeville High School Coupeville | 8.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Coupeville Middle School Coupeville | 8.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Open Den Coupeville | 8.2 mi | — |
| Coupeville Elementary School Coupeville | 8.3 mi | 8.1 |
| BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Oak Harbor | 10.6 mi | — |
| Broad View Elementary Oak Harbor | 13.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Hillcrest Elementary Oak Harbor | 14.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Oak Harbor Intermediate School Oak Harbor | 13.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Oak Harbor High School Oak Harbor | 14.2 mi | 5.4 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Salish Coast Elementary has a median household income of $67,061. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $511,900, with a median rent of $1,349/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 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 |
|---|---|
| Beacon Hill International School Seattle, WA | 8.4 |
| Chautauqua Elementary Vashon, WA | 8.4 |
| Clovis Point Elementary School East Wenatchee, WA | 8.4 |
| Crestwood Elementary School Covington, WA | 8.4 |
| E Omak Elementary Omak, WA | 8.4 |
| Grass Valley Elementary Camas, WA | 8.4 |
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 is ranked #220 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Salish Coast Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Salish Coast Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 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 Salish Coast Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Salish Coast Elementary has 48.5% math proficiency and 52.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (360) 379-4535
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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
Other Schools in This District
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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