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Gatzert Elementary School

Seattle, WA 98122

Phone: (206) 252-2810
District: Seattle Public Schools

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public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 423 students

Gatzert Elementary School, a public school located in Seattle, WA, serves grades PK-5 in the Seattle Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.

Gatzert Elementary School is a public school located in Seattle, WA. 423 students attend Gatzert Elementary School.

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Category	Rating	Details
Test Scores	2/10	The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Smarter Balanced Assessment data from Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, and using 2025 Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science data from Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Student Growth	3/10	The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.

Posted: May 21, 2023

This was the first school I attended, honestly shaped who I am today. 36 years later I still look back on very good memories.

Posted: May 21, 2023

Posted: January 6, 2018

My daughter is in kindergarten this year, and we are very happy with Bailey Gatzert. Her teacher has gone above and beyond for the students in her class, where there is a wide range of strengths and needs. My daughter has been able to access the school's resources outside of her classroom that have really helped her build from where she is. I am impressed with the approach to differentiation across the school, where all students get a chance to work in small reading groups tailored to their level. The diversity of the school is amazing, and I feel fortunate to be part of a community that represents so many countries from around the world. The school also has a unique partnership with Seattle University to offer after-school enrichment as well as family engagement opportunities. We weren't sure what to expect when we started, but we have been very impressed in our first five months!

Posted: December 7, 2017

BG is a great school. My daughter is in 1st grade now. She has benefited from the caring staff and is testing very high academically. However, if you just look at the test scores for this school, you are missing the point. The school population is diverse and therefore the school staff is tasked with addressing a variety of challenges and issues in addition to focusing on academic needs/test scores. They do a great job of balancing those challenges while also providing a safe and caring environment for all students and their families!

Posted: December 5, 2017

My son attended BG for 4 years, from K-3.
Our experience, at BG, was wonderful.
From the welcoming office staff, to a dedicated administration, to teacher that go above and beyond for their students, to a school community that is beautifully diverse, and present, BG has that, and so much more.
My son met some challenges, academically, due to his special needs. BGs SPED team, teachers and admin worked with us to overcome some challenges and gave us tools that we use, today, when have challenging moments, with reading or handwriting.
I, as a parent, always felt welcomed in the school, and in the classrooms. There were many great opportunities to volunteer, which was very important to me.
My son adored all of his teachers, and made lasting friendships with several of his classmates.
I encourage new parents/guardians to schedule a tour. You'll be glad that you did!

Posted: December 5, 2017

Posted: December 27, 2016

I haven't yet experienced bullying, but students were taught about it in kindergarten by the full time school counselor.

Posted: December 27, 2016

From the friendly office staff, approachable and warm administrators, to the two teachers my son has had who are extremely skilled, professional and caring we are so thankful to be part of Bailey Gatzert. I have a pre-school aged child who comes in with me at pick up and drop off, and he is always warmly welcomed too! There are many wonderful adults for my son to look up to; he really cares for the PE teacher and the lunch lady too! In 1.5 years we have not had any issues, but I am confident that if something comes up we will be able to work together as a family/school team to sort it out.

Posted: December 20, 2016

Bailey Gatzert is a beautiful school in central Seattle. The staff are kind, approachable, informative and supportive to kids and families. My sons have loved every day at school. They are eager to learn, build strong friendships and have teachers that challenge them both academically and socially. The school has strong partnerships with Seattle U and other various organizations to support student learning and family engagement. Students at Gatzert are encouraged to be their best, embrace one another's differences and succeed in school.

Posted: December 20, 2016

the school has a developmental preschool, special education programs, a full-time counselor, and supports students that are ELL.

Posted: December 20, 2016

The principal at the school is quiet but open to listening and changing. He has built community partnerships that challenge the equity issues.

Posted: December 20, 2016

Teachers here have to teach children on a wide spectrum of learning and do so well.

Posted: December 20, 2016

New kindergarten mom at Bailey Gatzert. The school overall is a smoothly running operation. My child is eager to go to school every day and has connected with the other children and teachers easily. He's also benefitting from exposure to families with different cultures, languages (25), socioeconomic status, and general life experiences. It is a small, managable school with music, PE (rock climbing wall!), big playarea, a great library, an amazing computer lab, and amazing community partnerships with Seattle University.

Posted: May 12, 2010

A school dedicated to serving all students with the highest quality services.

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1	The Carriages at Fairwood Downs	Apartment Complex	Renton	WA	13.7 mi
2	Manette	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Bremerton	WA	13.9 mi
3	Blueberry Meadows	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Bremerton	WA	14.9 mi
4	The Reserve at Bucklin Hill	Apartment Complex	Silverdale	WA	16.8 mi
5	Meredith Heights	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Poulsbo	WA	16.8 mi
6	Caldart Cottages	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Poulsbo	WA	17.3 mi
7	Kitsap Lake	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Bremerton	WA	17.9 mi
8	Fairway Lane	Apartment Complex	Bremerton	WA	18.1 mi
9	The Ridge at McCormick Woods	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Port Orchard	WA	18.2 mi
10	McCormick Woods	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Port Orchard	WA	18.7 mi
11	Whisper Ridge	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Bremerton	WA	19.5 mi
12	Woods and Meadows	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Poulsbo	WA	20 mi
13	Mukilteo	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Mukilteo	WA	23.3 mi
14	Stadium District	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Tacoma	WA	24 mi
15	North End	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Tacoma	WA	24.4 mi

#	Name	City	State	Distance
1	Downtown Seattle	Seattle	WA	0.7 mi
2	Bainbridge Island	Bainbridge Island	WA	9.7 mi
3	East Bremerton	Bremerton	WA	14.5 mi
4	Port Orchard	Port Orchard	WA	15.5 mi
5	Ridgetop	Silverdale	WA	17.4 mi
6	Silverdale	Silverdale	WA	17.9 mi
7	Poulsbo	Poulsbo	WA	18 mi
8	Naval Base Kitsap	Poulsbo	WA	18.9 mi
9	Maple Valley	Maple Valley	WA	20.9 mi
10	Lakeness Meadows/ Vinland Area	Poulsbo	WA	21.2 mi

Base	Distance
Coast Guard Seattle	1.2 mi.
Naval Base Kitsap - Bremerton	15.6 mi.
Naval Base Kitsap Bangor	20.1 mi.
Everett Naval Station	27.2 mi.
McChord AFB	34.1 mi.
Fort Lewis	37.5 mi.

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