Serving 219 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Madrona K-5 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madrona K-5 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Madrona K-5 School's student population of 219 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Madrona K-5 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 Madrona K-5 School is 0.75, 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
#1057 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
27%
5%
White
37%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 Madrona K-5 School's ranking?
Madrona K-5 School is ranked #1057 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Madrona K-5 School often compared to?
Madrona K-5 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcgilvra Elementary School, Leschi Elementary School, Stevens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Madrona K-5 School?
219 students attend Madrona K-5 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Madrona K-5 School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madrona K-5 School?
Madrona K-5 School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Madrona K-5 School offer ?
Madrona K-5 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madrona K-5 School part of?
Madrona K-5 School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Madrona K-5 School located?
Madrona K-5 School is located in the Central District neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Central District.
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