Serving 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Handicapped Contractual Services ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Handicapped Contractual Services ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Handicapped Contractual Services's student population of 155 students has grown by 229% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Handicapped Contractual Services is 0.65, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
61%
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
12%
5%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Handicapped Contractual Services?
155 students attend Handicapped Contractual Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Handicapped Contractual Services students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Handicapped Contractual Services offer ?
Handicapped Contractual Services offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Handicapped Contractual Services part of?
Handicapped Contractual Services is part of Shoreline School District.
In what neighborhood is Handicapped Contractual Services located?
Handicapped Contractual Services is located in the Echo Lake neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Echo Lake.
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