Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Catalyst Public Schools ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher 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 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Catalyst Public Schools's student population of 504 students has grown by 205% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 260% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Catalyst Public Schools 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 Catalyst Public Schools is 0.63, 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
#661 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
9%
5%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catalyst Public Schools's ranking?
Catalyst Public Schools is ranked #661 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Catalyst Public Schools often compared to?
Catalyst Public Schoolsis often viewed alongside schools like Crownhill Elementary School, Mountain View Middle School, West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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).
How many students attend Catalyst Public Schools?
504 students attend Catalyst Public Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Catalyst Public Schools students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catalyst Public Schools?
Catalyst Public Schools has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Catalyst Public Schools offer ?
Catalyst Public Schools offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Catalyst Public Schools part of?
Catalyst Public Schools is part of Catalyst School District.
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