Serving 167 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montlake Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montlake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Montlake Elementary School's student population of 167 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Mascot
Montlake Wolf
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Montlake Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montlake Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#67 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
61%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Montlake Elementary School's ranking?
Montlake Elementary School is ranked #67 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Montlake Elementary School often compared to?
Montlake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tops K-8 School, Stevens Elementary School, Mcgilvra Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Montlake Elementary School?
167 students attend Montlake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Montlake Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montlake Elementary School?
Montlake Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Montlake Elementary School offer ?
Montlake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montlake Elementary School part of?
Montlake Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Montlake Elementary School located?
Montlake Elementary School is located in the Northeast Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Seattle.
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