Serving 185 students in grades 6-12, Seattle World School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seattle World School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Seattle World School's student population of 185 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Seattle World 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 Seattle World School is 0.37, 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
#1394 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
9%
Hispanic
78%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
2%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
25-29%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Seattle World School's ranking?
Seattle World School is ranked #1394 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Seattle World School?
The graduation rate of Seattle World School is 25-29%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Seattle World School?
185 students attend Seattle World School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Seattle World School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seattle World School?
Seattle World School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Seattle World School offer ?
Seattle World School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seattle World School part of?
Seattle World School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Seattle World School located?
Seattle World School is located in the Minor neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Minor.
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