John Hay Elementary School

271 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

John Hay Elementary School, located in the Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle, is a well-regarded public school serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Seattle Public Schools district, the school is known for its strong community atmosphere and its commitment to fostering academic growth and social-emotional development. The school’s location on Garfield Street places it at the heart of a historic and vibrant residential area, allowing it to serve as a central hub for neighborhood families.

The school emphasizes a balanced curriculum that integrates core academic subjects with enrichment opportunities, often highlighting a focus on inclusivity and student-led learning. John Hay is frequently recognized for its dedicated teaching staff and active parent-teacher involvement, which help sustain a supportive educational environment. By leveraging its urban setting, the school provides students with a well-rounded experience that encourages both local community engagement and a broader perspective on their academic journey.

271

Total Students

21.7

Full-Time Teachers

12.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

28.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John Hay Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	129
Hispanic	50
Black	10
Asian	39
Two or More	41
Pacific Islander	1

White
129 (47.8 %)
Hispanic
50 (18.5 %)
Two or More
41 (15.2 %)
Asian
39 (14.4 %)
Black
10 (3.7 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Seattle School District No. 1
Phone:	(206)252-2100
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	271
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	21.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	64
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	13

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 49

Grade 1 44

Grade 2 44

Grade 3 46

Grade 4 43

Grade 5 45

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John Hay Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	49
Grade 1	44
Grade 2	44
Grade 3	46
Grade 4	43
Grade 5	45

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John Hay Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	127	46.9%
Male	143	52.8%
Not Specified	1	0.3%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)