Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Tops K-8 School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tops 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
Diversity
School Overview
Tops K-8 School's student population of 447 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Tops K-8 School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tops K-8 School is 0.73, 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
#236 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
9%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
10%
5%
White
43%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
21%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tops K-8 School's ranking?
Tops K-8 School is ranked #236 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Tops K-8 School?
447 students attend Tops K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Tops K-8 School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tops K-8 School?
Tops K-8 School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tops K-8 School offer ?
Tops K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tops K-8 School part of?
Tops K-8 School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Tops K-8 School located?
Tops K-8 School is located in the Eastlake neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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