Excellent
#313 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 14% in state
Summit Public School: Sierra
High School · Summit Public School: Sierra
210 S Hudson St, Seattle, WA 98134
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
8.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
8.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#313 of 2,228
In Seattle
#50 of 123
public schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Summit Public School: Sierra
High School in Seattle · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Summit Public School: Sierra
Summit Public School: Sierra is a public high school in Seattle, WA, part of Summit Public School: Sierra. Summit Public School: Sierra serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Public School: Sierra has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #313 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Summit Public School: Sierra show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Summit Public School: Sierra 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.
61% of students at Summit Public School: Sierra 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: Sierra — Students at Summit Public School: Sierra score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.3%
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: 9.4/10.
How Summit Public School: Sierra Compares
See how Summit Public School: Sierra 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
210 S Hudson St, Seattle, WA 98134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summit Public School: Sierra may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Middle College High School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Garfield High School (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bailey Gatzert Elementary School Seattle | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| PUGET SOUNDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ONEWORLD NOW! Seattle | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| BRIGHT WATER WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Interagency Detention School Seattle | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Middle College High School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| O'DEA HIGH SCHOOL Seattle | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| MENACHEM MENDEL SEATTLE CHEDER DAY SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Beacon Hill International School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| SEATTLE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seattle | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Washington Middle School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| SEATTLE ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| HAMLIN ROBINSON SCHOOL Seattle | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Garfield High School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Seattle World School Seattle | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| LAKE WASHINGTON GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| GIDDENS SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary Seattle | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Nova High School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,119
Median Home Value
$385,300
Median Rent
$1,551/mo
Population
779
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
34.3%
Poverty Rate
44.5%
Median Age
37.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Edmonds Career Access Program Lynnwood, WA | 8.3 |
| Everett Reengagement Academy Everett, WA | 8.3 |
| Marysville NWESD 189 Youth Engagement Marysville, WA | 8.4 |
| CHRYSALIS HIGH SCHOOL Woodinville, WA | 7.9 |
| South Bend High School South Bend, WA | 7.8 |
| Colfax High School Colfax, WA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summit Public School: Sierra
What grades does Summit Public School: Sierra serve?
Summit Public School: Sierra serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Summit Public School: Sierra?
Summit Public School: Sierra has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Public School: Sierra?
The student-teacher ratio at Summit Public School: Sierra is 17:1. 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: Sierra rank in WA?
Summit Public School: Sierra ranks #313 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Summit Public School: Sierra's MySchoolScout rating?
Summit Public School: Sierra has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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: Sierra?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit Public School: Sierra has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Summit Public School: Sierra a charter school?
Yes, Summit Public School: Sierra 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: Sierra a Title I school?
No, Summit Public School: Sierra is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Summit Public School: Sierra?
44.3% of students at Summit Public School: Sierra 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 221
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.6%
- Phone
- (206) 453-2520
Resources & Links
District
Summit Public School: Sierra- District Enrollment
- 221
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,170
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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