McGilvra Elementary School

194 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

McGilvra Elementary School, located in the affluent Madison Park neighborhood of Seattle, is a highly regarded public school serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Seattle Public Schools district, it is known for its strong sense of community, dedicated parent involvement, and a rigorous academic environment. The school prioritizes a well-rounded education, often integrating core curriculum with enrichment activities that emphasize critical thinking and social-emotional development.

The school is situated in a historic, tree-lined residential area, which contributes to its "neighborhood school" atmosphere where community connection is a central pillar of the student experience. McGilvra is frequently recognized for its high academic performance and consistent test scores, reflecting both the stability of its surrounding demographic and the commitment of its faculty. By fostering a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and students, McGilvra aims to prepare its pupils for long-term academic success while maintaining a supportive and inclusive campus culture.

194

Total Students

13.2

Full-Time Teachers

14.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

10.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for McGilvra Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	129
Hispanic	16
Black	11
Asian	12
Two or More	25
Pacific Islander	1

White
129 (66.5%)
Two or More
25 (12.9%)
Hispanic
16 (8.2%)
Asian
12 (6.2%)
Black
11 (5.7%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.5%)

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)252-3160
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	194
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	13.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	13
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	7

* 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 33

Grade 1 37

Grade 2 20

Grade 3 44

Grade 4 34

Grade 5 26

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for McGilvra Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	33
Grade 1	37
Grade 2	20
Grade 3	44
Grade 4	34
Grade 5	26

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for McGilvra Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	97	50%
Male	97	50%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)