Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gatewood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gatewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gatewood Elementary School's student population of 400 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Gatewood Elementary 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 Gatewood Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#276 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Seattle School District No. 1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gatewood Elementary School's ranking?
Gatewood Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Gatewood Elementary School often compared to?
Gatewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbor Heights Elementary School, Fairmount Park Elementary School, Louisa Boren Stem K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Gatewood Elementary School?
400 students attend Gatewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Gatewood Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gatewood Elementary School?
Gatewood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gatewood Elementary School offer ?
Gatewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gatewood Elementary School part of?
Gatewood Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Gatewood Elementary School located?
Gatewood Elementary School is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
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