Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher 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 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ's student population of 483 students has grown by 192% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 229% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ 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 Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ is 0.60, which is less 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
#661 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
60%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ's ranking?
Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ is ranked #661 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ often compared to?
Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Middle School, Crownhill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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).
How many students attend Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ?
483 students attend Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ?
Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ offer ?
Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ part of?
Catalyst 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ is part of Catalyst School District.
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