Serving 592 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Peter Kirk Elementary 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 84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peter Kirk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Peter Kirk Elementary School's student population of 592 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Motto
Every Student Future Ready
School Rankings
Peter Kirk Elementary 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 Peter Kirk Elementary School 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
#84 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
9%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter Kirk Elementary School's ranking?
Peter Kirk Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Peter Kirk Elementary School often compared to?
Peter Kirk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview 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 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Peter Kirk Elementary School?
592 students attend Peter Kirk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Peter Kirk Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peter Kirk Elementary School?
Peter Kirk Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peter Kirk Elementary School offer ?
Peter Kirk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peter Kirk Elementary School part of?
Peter Kirk Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
In what neighborhood is Peter Kirk Elementary School located?
Peter Kirk Elementary School is located in the Norkirk neighborhood of Kirkland, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Norkirk.
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