Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gregory Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gregory Heights Elementary School's student population of 447 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gregory Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gregory Heights Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1099 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)56%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
44%
25%
Black
5%
5%
White
33%
50%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gregory Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Gregory Heights Elementary School is ranked #1099 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Gregory Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Gregory Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazel Valley Elementary School, Shorewood Elementary School, Marvista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Gregory Heights Elementary School?
447 students attend Gregory Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Gregory Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gregory Heights Elementary School?
Gregory Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gregory Heights Elementary School offer ?
Gregory Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Gregory Heights Elementary School part of?
Gregory Heights Elementary School is part of Highline School District.
In what neighborhood is Gregory Heights Elementary School located?
Gregory Heights Elementary School is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
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