Serving 214 students in grades 9-12, Summit Public School Sierra ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Public School Sierra ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Summit Public School Sierra's student population of 214 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Summit Public School Sierra ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Public School Sierra is 0.72, 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
#1040 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
27%
5%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Public School Sierra's ranking?
Summit Public School Sierra is ranked #1040 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Summit Public School Sierra often compared to?
Summit Public School Sierrais often viewed alongside schools like Summit Public School Atlas, Summit Public School Olympus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit Public School Sierra?
The graduation rate of Summit Public School Sierra is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Summit Public School Sierra?
214 students attend Summit Public School Sierra.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Summit Public School Sierra students are White, 27% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Public School Sierra?
Summit Public School Sierra has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Summit Public School Sierra offer ?
Summit Public School Sierra offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Public School Sierra part of?
Summit Public School Sierra is part of Summit Public School: Sierra School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit Public School Sierra located?
Summit Public School Sierra is located in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown Seattle.
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