Directions and Map
Directions and Map to John Muir
John Muir Elementary School
3301 S Horton St., Seattle, WA 98144
Student Drop-Off & Pick-up Traffic Policies
John Muir has a traffic policy to keep our community safe
Entrance gates: There are 3 entrance gates: 33rd & Walden (Northwest), 34th Ave S (East), and Hinds & 33rd (Southwest). Parents must say goodbye at the gate. Gates lock at 7:55 a.m.
Walk or Bike: If possible, walk or bike to school to reduce traffic, improve safety, and get exercise. Always cross at intersections, ideally with an adult or crossing guard.
If You Drive: Whenever possible, park legally 1–2 blocks away and walk your child to school. Never park or stop:
- In driveways
- In the staff lot
- Within 20 feet of intersections
- In crosswalks
Families with a disabled parking permit or mobility need can ask attendants for access to 34th Ave S.
Car Drop-Off Zones:
- 33rd & Walden (Northwest): If coming from the west, drop off on Walden, west of McClintock. After your child exits, turn left (north) on McClintock. Return to Rainier & Walden via Byron.
- Hinds, between 33rd & 34th (Southwest): If coming from the southwest, drive north on 34th from Safeway. Turn left on Hinds. After your child exits the car, turn left on 33rd to return to Rainier.
- If driving from the east, park on 36th Ave S or 35th Ave S and walk to school.
- If driving from the north, park on 33rd or 34th Ave S, north of Byron, and walk to school.
Please treat staff in neon vests and other families with kindness, respect, and patience. Safety is our top priority!
- Drive <10mph when within 3 blocks of Muir
- Do not back up or do u-turns.
- Do not park, even temporarily:
- In the driveways on 34th (near the dumpsters or the walk-in gate)
- In the driveway on Horton (staff parking lot).
- Within 20 feet of intersections, especially crosswalks and stop signs
- Pedestrians have the right of way at ALL intersections.
- Come to a complete stop the whole time someone is crossing.
- Always drive on the right side of the road; don’t cross traffic to park or pass.
- Use your blinker to help pedestrians know
- Pedestrians: always cross at intersections (not the middle of the block), ideally with an adult
If you can, walk or bike to school. It’s a fun way to get exercise, improve learning, reduce traffic and accidents, and connect with community!

