Serving 357 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
West Seattle Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Seattle Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Seattle Elementary School is 0.44, which is less 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
#884 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)58%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
74%
5%
White
8%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
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 #884 out of 2,052 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend West Seattle Elementary School?
357 students attend West Seattle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of West Seattle Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
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.
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