Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kimball Elementary 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 75% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kimball Elementary School's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Kimball Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kimball Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#1170 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
26%
5%
White
25%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kimball Elementary School's ranking?
Kimball Elementary School is ranked #1170 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kimball Elementary School often compared to?
Kimball Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beacon Hill International 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 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kimball Elementary School?
415 students attend Kimball Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Kimball Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kimball Elementary School?
Kimball Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kimball Elementary School offer ?
Kimball Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kimball Elementary School part of?
Kimball Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Kimball Elementary School located?
Kimball Elementary School is located in the Greater Duwamish neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Greater Duwamish.
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