Is Leschi Elementary School a good school?

Leschi Elementary School ranks 573 rd of 1168 Washington elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Leschi Elementary School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 275 students attended Leschi Elementary School.

What is the racial makeup of Leschi Elementary School?

Students at Leschi Elementary School are 36% White, 36% African American, 12% Two or more races, 11% Hispanic, 4% Asian, 1% Not Specified.

What schools do graduates of Leschi Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Leschi Elementary School usually go on to attend: Middle : Edmonds S. Meany Middle School High : Garfield High School

Leschi Elementary School

Summary:

Leschi Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, Washington, serving 275 students in grades K-5. Located in a diverse neighborhood, the school stands out for its balanced racial makeup, with a mix of White, African American, Hispanic, Asian, and multiracial students.

Academically, Leschi Elementary has faced some challenges, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts (53.33%) and Math (43.44%) falling below the Seattle School District and Washington state averages. The school's statewide ranking has fluctuated over the years, ranging from 573rd out of 1,168 Washington elementary schools (3 stars) to 948th out of 1,106 (1 star). Notably, Leschi's performance varies significantly across different student subgroups, with White students performing much better than African American and low-income students.

Leschi Elementary is located near several higher-performing schools, such as Hawthorne Elementary, Beacon Hill International School, and Stevens Elementary, which consistently outperform Leschi in academic achievement and statewide rankings. The school's fluctuating performance and the significant racial and socioeconomic disparities within its student population suggest the need for targeted interventions and a closer examination of resource allocation to ensure equitable opportunities for all students.

Detail:

Public K-5

135 32 Av
Seattle, WA 98122-6325

(206) 252-2950

District: Seattle School District No. 1

SchoolDigger Rank:
573^rd of 1,168 Washington Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $23,794

Students who attend Leschi Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	Edmonds S. Meany Middle School
High:	Garfield High School

Student/teacher ratio: 11.8

Number of students: 275

Racial breakdown:

White:

35.6%

African American:

35.6%

Two or more races:

11.6%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 48.7%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Leschi Elementary School ranks better than 50.9% of elementary schools in Washington. It also ranks 52^nd among 71 ranked elementary schools in the Seattle School District No. 1. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 49.28. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (35.6%), White (35.6%), two or more races (11.6%). (See more...)

Compare Details 48.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

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Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Leschi Elementary School is 11.8, which is the 8^th best among 71 elementary schools in the Seattle School District No. 1. (See more...)

Compare Leschi Elementary School employs 23.2 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Leschi Elementary School is $23,794, which is the 31^st highest among 71 elementary schools in the Seattle School District No. 1.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Leschi Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Leschi Elementary School 573^rd of 1168 Washington public elementary schools. (See Leschi Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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Seattle School District No. 1:

SchoolDigger ranks Seattle School District No. 1 48^th of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Leschi Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Leschi Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WA State Percentile
2004	32.80	733^rd	1026	28.6%
2005	17.00	898^th	1031	12.9%
2006	24.04	870^th	1051	17.2%
2007	40.89	670^th	1069	37.3%
2008	22.67	893^rd	1067	16.3%
2009	12.95	992^nd	1072	7.5%
2010	13.11	1013^th	1088	6.9%
2011	22.21	930^th	1092	14.8%
2012	23.80	919^th	1097	16.2%
2013	21.79	948^th	1106	14.3%
2015	24.36	856^th	1067	19.8%
2016	33.73	725^th	1053	31.1%
2017	45.48	588^th	1056	44.3%
2018	53.17	500^th	1054	52.6%
2019	28.29	852^nd	1130	24.6%
2021	33.44	705^th	1107	36.3%
2022	26.27	878^th	1169	24.9%
2023	46.61	598^th	1169	48.8%
2024	49.28	573^rd	1168	50.9%

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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Leschi Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	30.61	267^th	333	19.8%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Leschi Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WA State Percentile
2018	28.64	664^th	835	20.5%
2019	8.08	962^nd	979	1.7%
2022	24.30	861^st	1019	15.5%
2023	17.71	926^th	1013	8.6%
2024	36.42	689^th	1024	32.7%

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Rank History for Female students at Leschi Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WA State Percentile
2018	51.19	493^rd	1004	50.9%
2019	37.84	709^th	1068	33.6%
2021	32.88	652^nd	1008	35.3%
2022	28.58	805^th	1100	26.8%
2023	28.81	806^th	1094	26.3%
2024	36.42	694^th	1093	36.5%

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Rank History for Male students at Leschi Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WA State Percentile
2018	54.80	453^rd	999	54.7%
2019	21.88	881^st	1075	18.0%
2021	32.40	677^th	1025	34.0%
2022	22.95	876^th	1113	21.3%
2023	54.27	460^th	1099	58.1%
2024	61.97	400^th	1099	63.6%

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Rank History for African American students at Leschi Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WA State Percentile
2018	58.26	29^th	107	72.9%
2019	19.22	103^rd	110	6.4%
2022	26.47	89^th	108	17.6%
2023	18.01	59^th	66	10.6%
2024	40.10	47^th	71	33.8%

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Rank History for White students at Leschi Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WA State Percentile
2018	90.18	30^th	833	96.4%
2019	86.56	86^th	1027	91.6%
2021	80.45	154^th	943	83.7%
2022	66.82	325^th	1031	68.5%
2023	85.40	117^th	1011	88.4%

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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Review counts

All ratings (Avg rating: 4.5)

50%

Reviews:

by a parent
Wednesday, May 1, 2013

The school is very inclusive, welcoming families from a broad variety of backgrounds with Montessori and conventional classroom options. The teachers are top notch, an observation that I've heard repeated from parents who are or were teachers themselves. Enrollment has consistently grown over the years and test scores have gradually increased.

The PTA was reinvigorated around 2009 and coordinates its activities well with the school needs. Overall, PTA financial support has steadily grown from a few thousand to nearly $50,000. These funds are used wisely to mainly support teachers needs in their classrooms, as well as the library and technology center. There are many, many other positive things about the school. It isn't perfect, but it is very,very good and the trend lines are positive. Close Quote

by a parent
Thursday, November 29, 2012

Shocked!!! Shocked!!! I have no idea why this school has only a one star rating. No school in Seattle is more loving, caring, diverse, socially aware, and proud. The PTA is insanely excellent, creative and resourceful. The student body is one of the most engaged my child has EVER experienced within the OUTSTANDING Montessori tract. Our Principle Toner is one of the most hands-on, hardest working, mother of twins -- School Leader on Earth. One only has to walk the halls to see the incredible artwork on the walls. Leschi participates with "Seattle Music Partners" for Orchestra and Band at NO COST to parents or students including musical instruments for said program. Leschi has one of the States best elementary school Chess Clubs, Reading Clubs, Language Clubs. I give this hidden treasure of a school 5 out of 5 stars and would happily offer 10 out of 10. Do not be fooled by such a ridiculous rating. It is no where near reality. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Leschi Elementary School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
1988	106	110	28	7	7	n/a	n/a	0	258
1989	103	171	39	11	7	n/a	n/a	0	331
1990	93	231	24	5	3	n/a	n/a	0	356
1991	112	277	13	8	3	n/a	n/a	0	413
1992	113	281	8	10	3	n/a	n/a	0	415
1993	117	249	10	9	3	n/a	n/a	0	388
1994	96	350	19	11	3	n/a	n/a	0	479
1995	92	294	15	15	4	n/a	n/a	0	420
1996	92	294	15	15	4	n/a	n/a	0	420
1997	112	269	20	14	3	n/a	n/a	0	418
1998	101	329	12	19	5	n/a	n/a	0	466
1999	58	300	13	20	5	n/a	n/a	0	396
2000	40	263	14	22	4	n/a	n/a	0	343
2001	35	271	18	24	0	n/a	n/a	0	348
2002	19	221	15	24	2	n/a	n/a	0	281
2003	19	221	15	24	2	n/a	n/a	0	281
2004	17	210	18	23	5	n/a	n/a	0	273
2005	14	177	19	20	2	n/a	n/a	0	232
2006	6	170	15	13	2	n/a	n/a	0	206
2007	16	181	11	11	5	n/a	n/a	0	224
2008	15	189	6	14	9	n/a	n/a	0	233
2009	21	215	11	23	4	n/a	n/a	0	274
2010	51	237	20	29	10	n/a	n/a	0	347
2011	68	226	22	19	6	1	6	0	348
2012	75	201	17	39	3	0	42	0	377
2013	92	173	19	36	4	0	42	0	366
2014	103	176	18	30	4	0	42	0	373
2015	113	182	19	22	2	1	45	0	384
2016	116	177	13	27	0	1	34	0	368
2017	129	175	10	38	1	2	44	0	399
2018	133	172	12	33	3	4	45	0	402
2019	125	153	11	32	2	1	52	0	376
2020	127	127	9	42	1	1	50	0	357
2021	107	129	12	41	1	2	42	2	336
2022	109	119	7	34	0	4	36	2	311
2023	98	98	10	31	1	2	32	3	275

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Leschi Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	258	14.0	18.4	0
1989	331	14.0	23.6	n/a
1990	356	18.0	19.7	0
1991	413	16.0	25.8	n/a
1992	415	19.0	21.8	n/a
1993	388	21.0	18.5	n/a
1994	479	20.0	23.9	n/a
1995	420	19.5	21.5	n/a
1996	420	19.5	21.5	n/a
1997	418	18.5	22.6	n/a
1998	466	19.0	24.5	n/a
1999	396	21.0	18.9	n/a
2000	343	19.6	17.5	n/a
2001	348	20.6	16.9	n/a
2002	281	19.5	14.4	72.6
2003	281	19.5	14.4	72.6
2004	273	16.0	17.1	68.1
2005	232	16.5	14.1	68.1
2006	206	12.3	16.7	74.3
2007	224	11.3	19.8	68.8
2008	233	13.3	17.5	73
2009	274	13.3	20.6	76.3
2010	347	20.8	16.6	71.2
2011	348	23.0	15.1	65.5
2012	377	20.5	18.3	63.1
2013	366	22.0	16.6	57.1
2014	373	n/a	n/a	55.5
2015	384	27.0	14.2	44.8
2016	368	24.0	15.3	43.5
2017	399	24.1	16.5	50.6
2018	402	26.9	14.9	46.8
2019	376	27.6	13.6	46.3
2020	357	22.4	15.9	43.7
2021	336	25.2	13.3	44.3
2022	311	25.9	12.0	41.8
2023	275	23.2	11.8	48.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Leschi Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	258	14.0	18.4	0
1989	331	14.0	23.6	n/a
1990	356	18.0	19.7	0
1991	413	16.0	25.8	n/a
1992	415	19.0	21.8	n/a
1993	388	21.0	18.5	n/a
1994	479	20.0	23.9	n/a
1995	420	19.5	21.5	n/a
1996	420	19.5	21.5	n/a
1997	418	18.5	22.6	n/a
1998	466	19.0	24.5	n/a
1999	396	21.0	18.9	n/a
2000	343	19.6	17.5	n/a
2001	348	20.6	16.9	n/a
2002	281	19.5	14.4	72.6
2003	281	19.5	14.4	72.6
2004	273	16.0	17.1	68.1
2005	232	16.5	14.1	68.1
2006	206	12.3	16.7	74.3
2007	224	11.3	19.8	68.8
2008	233	13.3	17.5	73
2009	274	13.3	20.6	76.3
2010	347	20.8	16.6	71.2
2011	348	23.0	15.1	65.5
2012	377	20.5	18.3	63.1
2013	366	22.0	16.6	57.1
2014	373	n/a	n/a	55.5
2015	384	27.0	14.2	44.8
2016	368	24.0	15.3	43.5
2017	399	24.1	16.5	50.6
2018	402	26.9	14.9	46.8
2019	376	27.6	13.6	46.3
2020	357	22.4	15.9	43.7
2021	336	25.2	13.3	44.3
2022	311	25.9	12.0	41.8
2023	275	23.2	11.8	48.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

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