Olympic Hills Elementary School

Olympic Hills Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
13018 20th Ave NE,  Seattle, WA
Lake City Neighborhood
Seattle Public Schools
4.3
505 Students
B+
Niche Grade
Olympic Hills Elementary, a Seattle public school located in the Lake City neighborhood, believes that hands-on learning is the best way to challenge students. As an Advanced Learning Opportunity school, the school provides above-grade-level activities for all students as an integral part of the curriculum. The school’s vision seeks to “...prepare children to become contributing members of society with a strong sense of self-worth and creativity.” Through academics, intervention when necessary, and enrichment opportunities, the school achieves its vision and provides a well-rounded learning experience for its young learners. With small class sizes of 13:1, and unique configurations of multi-age classrooms as well as single-grade, Olympic Hills administers its curriculum in a way that is as diverse as its student body. The school proudly reports that among its 501 students, 30 different countries and 18 different languages are represented. Olympic Hills Elementary offers the federally-funded Head Start preschool program to children ages three and four. Families who qualify receive education and services in a variety of areas such as nutrition and health, parenting, family support and social-emotional development. After-school clubs like Girls on the Run, the school newspaper and the Green Team, an environmentally-focused club, give students a variety of options for enrichment. After-school tutoring is also available through the Olympic Hills Academy.

School Details

Head of School
Helen Joung
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
47%
Reading Proficiency
47%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
47%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
34
Full Time Teachers
34
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.2%

GreatSchools Rating

7
Test Scores
5
Equity
Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Math
53.7%
State Average
41.7%
Science
58.9%
State Average
49.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
501:1

Student Diversity

Male
49.7%
Female
49.7%
White
34.9%
Hispanic
24.6%
Black
22.4%
Two or more races
8.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 7 Reviews
5.0 other
2/21/2025
Olympic Hills has always been such an amazing school. It was my first elementary school I ever attended back in 2008 to the beginning of the 2013 school year. They had amazing teachers and phenomenal after school programs like Team Read, The academy, Taiko Drums and the Boys and girls club. We also...
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5.0 parent
6/4/2021
Olympic Hills is a real hidden gem, with fantastic teachers and leadership, and a diverse, caring community. Since the newly renovated building reopened in 2017, the now larger school has been able to offer music, art, and technology classes. It has a huge and beautiful library and extras like a sci...
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5.0 parent
6/5/2018
Our son is just completing his Kindergarten year at Olympic Hills and we've had a great experience so far. His teacher has been very communicative, approachable, and positive. The new Principal, Ms. DaBell has been responsive, available, and informative. The PTA is small but mighty. We look forward...
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4.0 parent
10/11/2016
Before we started Olympic Hills Elementary, we were very nervous. We really didn't know other kids in our area and we didn't know much about the school. (It was not one of the highly sought after schools you always hear about.) In fact, we were banking on an option school which didn't happen. Now, w...
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Olympic Hills Elementary School

Olympic Hills Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Seattle, WA and is served by the Seattle Public Schools in Washington. The school has a total enrollment of 505 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 47% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% are proficient in reading. Olympic Hills Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,025,815. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ingraham High School, Nathan Hale High School, Shorecrest High School, and more. Learn more about what Seattle has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Olympic Hills Elementary School.

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