Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Seattle Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Seattle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
West Seattle Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Seattle Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Seattle Elementary School is 0.55, 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 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
65%
5%
White
13%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Seattle Elementary School's ranking?
West Seattle Elementary School is ranked #661 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend West Seattle Elementary School?
374 students attend West Seattle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of West Seattle Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Seattle Elementary School?
West Seattle Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Seattle Elementary School offer ?
West Seattle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Seattle Elementary School part of?
West Seattle Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is West Seattle Elementary School located?
West Seattle Elementary School is located in the High Point neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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