Summary:
The 98104 zip code in Seattle, Washington, contains one high school, Summit Public School: Sierra, a small public charter school serving grades 9-12 with 214 students and a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1.
This school presents a mixed academic picture. While its 83.5% graduation rate is slightly above the state average, its proficiency rates on state tests are generally below average, with a particularly significant gap in mathematics where only 24% of students are proficient. The school's state ranking also fell sharply from the 70th percentile to the 36th percentile between the last two school years, indicating a notable change in performance. It's important for parents to investigate what may have caused this recent shift.
Despite these academic challenges, the school operates with above-average per-student funding and a favorable student-teacher ratio, suggesting resources are available for support. The school, part of the Summit Public School: Sierra district, serves an economically diverse population, with over 38% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Parents may want to inquire about the specific academic supports and mathematics instruction offered to understand how the school is working to improve student outcomes.
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