Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Orca K-8 School ranks in the bottom 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 42% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orca K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Orca K-8 School's student population of 278 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Orca K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orca K-8 School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1056 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
27%
5%
White
36%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orca K-8 School's ranking?
Orca K-8 School is ranked #1056 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Orca K-8 School often compared to?
Orca K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne Elementary School, Rainier Valley Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Orca K-8 School?
278 students attend Orca K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Orca K-8 School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orca K-8 School?
Orca K-8 School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orca K-8 School offer ?
Orca K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orca K-8 School part of?
Orca K-8 School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Orca K-8 School located?
Orca K-8 School is located in the Rainier Valley neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Rainier Valley.
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