DECATUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Decatur Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Seattle School District No. 1 school district, located in Seattle, WA with about 242 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 13 teachers, Decatur Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Decatur Elementary School, located in the Wedgwood neighborhood of Seattle, is a prominent public school serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Seattle Public Schools district, it is highly regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on fostering a supportive, inclusive community. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, blending rigorous core curriculum standards with opportunities for social-emotional growth, arts integration, and extracurricular engagement to ensure that students are well-rounded and prepared for future success.
The school is well-known for its strong parental involvement and active PTA, which contribute significantly to the vibrant, neighborhood-centered atmosphere of the campus. Decatur benefits from a dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize individualized learning, aiming to meet the diverse needs of their student body. Situated in a residential area, the school serves as a central hub for the local community, maintaining a long-standing reputation for academic achievement and a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to be curious, empathetic, and lifelong learners.
For more information, contact Decatur Elementary School at (206) 252-3230 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-3230
DECATUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Seattle, WA with about 242 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington
School Details
- School status:
- New
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Seattle School District No. 1
- Total Students:
- 242
- Teachers:
- 13.32
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 242 students
- White
- 55.8%
- Two or more races
- 20.7%
- Asian
- 18.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.5%
- Black or African American
- 0.4%
- Female
- 49.2%
- Male
- 50.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.