Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Catharine Blaine K-8 School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catharine Blaine K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Catharine Blaine K-8 School's student population of 436 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Catharine Blaine K-8 School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catharine Blaine K-8 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
#88 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catharine Blaine K-8 School's ranking?
Catharine Blaine K-8 School is ranked #88 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Catharine Blaine K-8 School often compared to?
Catharine Blaine K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcclure Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Catharine Blaine K-8 School?
436 students attend Catharine Blaine K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Catharine Blaine K-8 School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catharine Blaine K-8 School?
Catharine Blaine K-8 School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Catharine Blaine K-8 School offer ?
Catharine Blaine K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Catharine Blaine K-8 School part of?
Catharine Blaine K-8 School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Catharine Blaine K-8 School located?
Catharine Blaine K-8 School is located in the Southeast Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Southeast Magnolia.
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