Serving 240 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Leschi 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 10:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- 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
Top Rankings
Leschi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Leschi Elementary School's student population of 240 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Leschi 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 Leschi Elementary School is 0.74, 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
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
33%
5%
White
35%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leschi Elementary School's ranking?
Leschi 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 Leschi Elementary School often compared to?
Leschi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, Madrona 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 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Leschi Elementary School?
240 students attend Leschi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Leschi Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leschi Elementary School?
Leschi Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leschi Elementary School offer ?
Leschi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leschi Elementary School part of?
Leschi Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Leschi Elementary School located?
Leschi Elementary 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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