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James Baldwin Elementary School

Seattle School District No. 1 · King County

6/10
#548
Rank 548 out of 1,162
Top 47%
English Language Arts6/10 · #560 · 52nd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #483 · 59th percentile
Science5/10 · #581 · 44th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

James Baldwin Elementary sits in the middle of the pack for Seattle public schools, making it a solid, unpretentious option in a city where school competition can feel intense. Families who prioritize community feel over top-tier test scores tend to find a good fit here, and the Seattle surroundings mean kids grow up with access to incredible outdoor spaces, a vibrant arts scene, and a genuinely diverse urban environment. It's the kind of school that works well for families planting roots in the neighborhood rather than those chasing rankings.

Student Demographics

97 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
28 (29%)
White
28 (29%)
African American
18 (19%)
Multiple Races
13 (13%)
Other
10 (10%)

Key Indicators

English Learners28 (29%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged62 (64%)
Students with Disabilities28 (29%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

264
Enrollment
25
Teachers (FTE)
10.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
19.1
Avg Class Size