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Bailey Gatzert Elementary School

Seattle School District No. 1 · King County · 1301 E YESLER WY, Seattle, WA 98122.0

(206)252-2810

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2/10
#956
Rank 956 out of 1,162
Top 82%
English Language Arts2/10 · #938 · 19th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #942 · 19th percentile
Science2/10 · #865 · 17th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

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School Overview

Bailey Gatzert Elementary sits in Seattle's Central District, one of the city's most historically rich and rapidly changing neighborhoods, just a short distance from Capitol Hill and the waterfront. The school serves a diverse, working-class community and has deep roots in the area's African American history, making it a meaningful place for families who value cultural identity and community connection. Families drawn here tend to be deeply invested in the school's future and appreciate being part of a neighborhood that feels real and lived-in, even as Seattle continues to evolve around it.

Student Demographics

181 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
114 (63%)
Multiple Races
20 (11%)
White
16 (9%)
Other
31 (17%)

Key Indicators

English Learners65 (36%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged145 (80%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

402
Enrollment
43
Teachers (FTE)
9.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
25.9
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #2 · 100th percentile

449 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found