Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Catharine Blaine K-8 School ranks in the top 5% 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 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Catharine Blaine K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Catharine Blaine K-8 School's student population of 436 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Catharine Blaine K-8 School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catharine Blaine K-8 School is 0.50, 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
#88 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Catharine Blaine K-8 School's ranking?
Catharine Blaine K-8 School is ranked #88 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Catharine Blaine K-8 School often compared to?
Catharine Blaine K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcclure Middle School, Lawton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Catharine Blaine K-8 School?
436 students attend Catharine Blaine K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Catharine Blaine K-8 School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catharine Blaine K-8 School?
Catharine Blaine K-8 School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Catharine Blaine K-8 School offer ?
Catharine Blaine K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Catharine Blaine K-8 School part of?
Catharine Blaine K-8 School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Catharine Blaine K-8 School located?
Catharine Blaine K-8 School is located in the Southeast Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Southeast Magnolia.
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