The Center School is a small arts and college preparatory public school in Seattle, Washington and is part of Seattle Public Schools. It is located in the Seattle Center Armory, a multi-purpose building on the grounds of the Seattle Center.
Serving 184 students in grades 9-12, The Center School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
The Center School's student population of 184 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Rankings
The Center School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Center School is 0.50, 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
#233 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
64%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Dragon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Center School's ranking?
The Center School is ranked #233 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are The Center School often compared to?
The Center Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballard High School, Roosevelt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Center School?
The graduation rate of The Center School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend The Center School?
184 students attend The Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of The Center School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Center School?
The Center School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does The Center School offer ?
The Center School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Center School part of?
The Center School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is The Center School located?
The Center School is located in the Uptown neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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