Serving 632 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Salmon Bay K-8 School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salmon Bay K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salmon Bay K-8 School's student population of 632 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Salmon Bay K-8 School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salmon Bay K-8 School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salmon Bay K-8 School's ranking?
Salmon Bay K-8 School is ranked #259 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Salmon Bay K-8 School often compared to?
Salmon Bay K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Salmon Bay K-8 School?
632 students attend Salmon Bay K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Salmon Bay K-8 School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salmon Bay K-8 School?
Salmon Bay K-8 School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Salmon Bay K-8 School offer ?
Salmon Bay K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salmon Bay K-8 School part of?
Salmon Bay K-8 School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Salmon Bay K-8 School located?
Salmon Bay K-8 School is located in the Loyal Heights neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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