Research and Partnerships
Seattle Public Schools Enrollment Planning Research
Enrollment Planning works with internal departments and external offices to provide information, share data, and plan for the changes in Seattle Public Schools enrollment over time (overall district enrollment changes over the last five years are shown in the table below).The partnerships formed outside the district assist with long-range demographic and enrollment forecasts by helping us to identify population changes that are likely to impact the capacity of schools.
| Year | 2020-21 | 2021-22 | 2022-23 | 2023-24 | 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student Count | 52,381 | 50,187 | 50,056 | 49,226 | 49,240 |
| Percent Change | 2.3% decrease | 4.2% decrease | 0.3% decrease | 1.7% decrease | .03% increase |
Research, Reports, and Presentations
The reports shared below reflect the work of the Enrollment Planning team. We receive several data requests and this is our way of exploring topics and highlighting ongoing research programs and projects.
Investigating Enrollment Patterns and Family Decision-Making in Seattle Public Schools
SPS has experienced declining enrollment since COVID-19, like many other districts across the county. Even before the pandemic, the rate of students entering the district had slowed. SPS has a vested interest in making sure the city’s public schools remain an attractive, high-quality, and inclusive option for all Seattle families. This report collects qualitative and quantitative data about the multiple factors influencing enrollment decline.
Demographic Reports
- Option School vs. GeoZone Demographics 2023 Report
- Option School vs. GeoZone Demographics 2021 Report
- Enrollment Trends Presentation 2020-21
- Option School vs. GeoZone Demographics 2020 Report
- School Planning Technical Team, 2018 Initial Report
Housing Reports
- Central Region Affordable Housing Report 2021
- This report refers to district regions. A map of district regions can be found on the Enrollment Planning Maps webpage.
- Southeast Regional Affordable Housing Report 2021
- This report refers to district regions. A map of district regions can be found on the Enrollment Planning Maps webpage.
- Existing Affordable Housing Tracker and New Affordable Housing Tracker
- Disclaimer: These documents are updated frequently. The content in these spreadsheets are subject to change as more information is collected from developers.
- Housing and Enrollment Method Study
- Income & Rent Limits for Affordable Housing Programs
- OPCD’s Housing Choices Background Report
Additional Resources
- Seattle Comprehensive Plan
- State of Washington Office of Financial Management (OFM): Population and Demographics
- City of Seattle, Office of Planning and Community Development (OPCD): Demographer’s Corner
- Data at PSRC
- King County Demographics
Last updated: 10/29/2024