Serving 221 students in grades 9-12, Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra's student population of 221 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra is 0.73, which is more 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
#1040 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
31%
5%
White
37%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra's ranking?
Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra is ranked #1040 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra often compared to?
Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierrais often viewed alongside schools like Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Atlas, Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Olympus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra?
The graduation rate of Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra?
221 students attend Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra students are White, 31% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra?
Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra offer ?
Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra part of?
Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra is part of Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School: Sierra School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra located?
Summit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Sierra is located in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown Seattle.
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