Best Norkirk Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,175 students in the neighborhood of Norkirk, Kirkland, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in Norkirk are Peter Kirk Elementary School and Kirkland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Norkirk, Kirkland, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 53% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Norkirk, Kirkland, WA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peter Kirk Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1312 6th Street
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2590
Gr: K-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Kirkland Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
430 18th Ave
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2420
Gr: 6-8 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Norkirk, Kirkland, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Norkirk, Kirkland, WA include Peter Kirk Elementary School and Kirkland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Norkirk, Kirkland?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Norkirk, Kirkland.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Norkirk, Kirkland?
the neighborhood of Norkirk, Kirkland public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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