Serving 545 students in grades 6-12, Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas ranks in the bottom 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 34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 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 Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas's student population of 545 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas is 0.76, 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
#1098 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
26%
5%
White
37%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas's ranking?
Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas is ranked #1098 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas often compared to?
Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlasis often viewed alongside schools like Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Olympus, Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Sierra by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas?
The graduation rate of Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas is 70-79%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas?
545 students attend Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas students are White, 26% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas?
Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas offer ?
Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas part of?
Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas is part of Summit 51±¬ÁÏ: Atlas School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas located?
Summit 51±¬ÁÏ Atlas is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
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