Below Average
#1904 of 2,228 schools in WA
Summit Public School: Atlas
High School · Summit Public School: Atlas
9601 35th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98126
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,904 of 2,228
In Seattle
#116 of 123
public schools
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Summit Public School: Atlas
High School in Seattle · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Summit Public School: Atlas
Summit Public School: Atlas is a public high school in Seattle, WA, part of Summit Public School: Atlas. Summit Public School: Atlas serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Public School: Atlas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,904 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Summit Public School: Atlas show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Summit Public School: Atlas is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
56% of students at Summit Public School: Atlas 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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Summit Public School: Atlas — Students at Summit Public School: Atlas score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 21 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: 4.3/10.
How Summit Public School: Atlas Compares
See how Summit Public School: Atlas 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
9601 35th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summit Public School: Atlas may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Seattle Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gatewood Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arbor Heights Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bridges Transition Seattle | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Arbor Heights Elementary School Seattle | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| EXPLORER WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| TAPROOT SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | — |
| THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Seattle | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Roxhill Elementary School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| THE COMMUNITY OF WEST SEATTLE Seattle | 0.8 mi | — |
| Chief Sealth International High School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| David T. Denny International Middle School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Shorewood Elementary Burien | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| West Seattle Elementary School Seattle | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Gatewood Elementary School Seattle | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| WEST SEATTLE MONTESSORI Seattle | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Mount View Elementary Seattle | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Sanislo Elementary School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Highland Park Elementary School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| White Center Heights Elementary Seattle | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Cascade Middle School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Louisa Boren STEM K-8 Seattle | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,030
Median Home Value
$751,900
Median Rent
$1,708/mo
Population
22,433
College Educated
59.8%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
38.3
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| Jenkins Junior/Senior High Chewelah, WA | 4.6 |
| Individualized Graduation & Degree Program Kent, WA | 4.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summit Public School: Atlas
What grades does Summit Public School: Atlas serve?
Summit Public School: Atlas serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Summit Public School: Atlas?
Summit Public School: Atlas has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Public School: Atlas?
The student-teacher ratio at Summit Public School: Atlas is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Summit Public School: Atlas rank in WA?
Summit Public School: Atlas ranks #1,904 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Summit Public School: Atlas's MySchoolScout rating?
Summit Public School: Atlas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Summit Public School: Atlas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit Public School: Atlas has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Summit Public School: Atlas a charter school?
Yes, Summit Public School: Atlas is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Summit Public School: Atlas a Title I school?
No, Summit Public School: Atlas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Summit Public School: Atlas?
46.4% of students at Summit Public School: Atlas 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 545
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.0%
- Phone
- (206) 307-7645
Resources & Links
District
Summit Public School: Atlas- District Enrollment
- 545
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,974
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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