Serving 331 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Friday Harbor Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Friday Harbor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Friday Harbor Elementary School's student population of 331 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Friday Harbor Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Friday Harbor Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#563 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
70%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friday Harbor Elementary School's ranking?
Friday Harbor Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Friday Harbor Elementary School?
331 students attend Friday Harbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Friday Harbor Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friday Harbor Elementary School?
Friday Harbor Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Friday Harbor Elementary School offer ?
Friday Harbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Friday Harbor Elementary School part of?
Friday Harbor Elementary School is part of San Juan Island School District.
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