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Very Good

#772 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 35% in state

Wing Luke Elementary School

Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1

3701 S KENYON ST, Seattle, WA 98118

Enrollment

315

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#772 of 2,228

In Seattle

#83 of 123

public schools

In district

#79 of 106

Seattle School District No. 1

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Wing Luke Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Seattle · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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8.6/10

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About Wing Luke Elementary School

Wing Luke Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Wing Luke Elementary School serves approximately 315 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wing Luke Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #772 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Wing Luke Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Wing Luke Elementary School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.6% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.9% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-16.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,806
Chronic Absenteeism32.7%

Wing Luke Elementary School — Students at Wing Luke Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
44.5%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
34.9%
ELA
40.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Wing Luke Elementary School Compares

See how Wing Luke Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
65th percentile in WA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3701 S KENYON ST, Seattle, WA 98118

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wing Luke Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dearborn Park International School (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dunlap Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Rising Star Elementary School Seattle 0.2 mi 7.2
Dunlap Elementary School Seattle 0.6 mi 8.6
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School Seattle 0.9 mi 7.4
South Shore PK-8 School Seattle 0.8 mi 6.3
Alan T. Sugiyama High School Seattle 0.7 mi 5.4
Aki Kurose Middle School Seattle 1.1 mi 7.6
Raisbeck Aviation High School Tukwila 1.0 mi 8.7
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy Seattle 1.2 mi 5.2
Rainier Beach High School Seattle 1.0 mi 6.8
SEATTLE NATIVITY SCHOOL Seattle 1.4 mi 6.0
DERECH EMUNAH Seattle 1.2 mi
DERECH EMUNAH DBA SEATTLE JEWISH GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Seattle 1.2 mi
Graham Hill Elementary School Seattle 1.3 mi 7.3
Dearborn Park International School Seattle 1.6 mi 9.3
Orca K-8 School Seattle 1.7 mi 7.3
Interagency Open Doors Seattle 1.9 mi 6.9
TORAH ACADEMY OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST Seattle 1.8 mi
Emerson Elementary School Seattle 1.7 mi 6.7
Hawthorne Elementary School Seattle 2.4 mi 9.6
Cleveland High School STEM Seattle 2.0 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,085

Median Home Value

$746,400

Median Rent

$1,831/mo

Population

49,560

College Educated

49%

Homeownership

57.5%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wing Luke Elementary School

What grades does Wing Luke Elementary School serve?

Wing Luke Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Wing Luke Elementary School?

Wing Luke Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wing Luke Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wing Luke Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wing Luke Elementary School rank in WA?

Wing Luke Elementary School ranks #772 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Wing Luke Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wing Luke Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Wing Luke Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wing Luke Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Wing Luke Elementary School a charter school?

No, Wing Luke Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wing Luke Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Wing Luke Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wing Luke Elementary School?

77.8% of students at Wing Luke 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
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.7%

District

Seattle School District No. 1
District Enrollment
50,770
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,806
District Rank
#79 of 106

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