Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Poulsbo Elementary 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 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poulsbo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Poulsbo Elementary School's student population of 487 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Poulsbo Elementary 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 Poulsbo Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#381 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
63%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Whale
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poulsbo Elementary School's ranking?
Poulsbo Elementary School is ranked #381 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Poulsbo Elementary School often compared to?
Poulsbo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vinland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Poulsbo Elementary School?
487 students attend Poulsbo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Poulsbo Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poulsbo Elementary School?
Poulsbo Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Poulsbo Elementary School offer ?
Poulsbo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poulsbo Elementary School part of?
Poulsbo Elementary School is part of North Kitsap School District.
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