Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Green Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Green Lake Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Green Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green Lake Elementary School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#441 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
11%
5%
White
51%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Green Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Green Lake Elementary School is ranked #441 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Green Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Green Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdonald International School, B F Day Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Green Lake Elementary School?
322 students attend Green Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Green Lake Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Green Lake Elementary School?
Green Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Green Lake Elementary School offer ?
Green Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Green Lake Elementary School part of?
Green Lake Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Green Lake Elementary School located?
Green Lake Elementary School is located in the Northwest Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 8 other public schools located in Northwest Seattle.
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