Serving 171 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sanislo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sanislo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sanislo Elementary School's student population of 171 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Sanislo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sanislo Elementary School is 0.80, which is more 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
#1857 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
24%
5%
White
21%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Sanislo Elementary School's ranking?
Sanislo Elementary School is ranked #1857 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sanislo Elementary School?
171 students attend Sanislo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
24% of Sanislo Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sanislo Elementary School?
Sanislo Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sanislo Elementary School offer ?
Sanislo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sanislo Elementary School part of?
Sanislo Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Sanislo Elementary School located?
Sanislo Elementary School is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
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