Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beacon Hill International 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Hill International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Beacon Hill International School's student population of 326 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beacon Hill International 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 Beacon Hill International School is 0.75, 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
#747 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
9%
Hispanic
34%
25%
Black
5%
5%
White
18%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon Hill International School's ranking?
Beacon Hill International School is ranked #747 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Beacon Hill International School often compared to?
Beacon Hill International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kimball Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Beacon Hill International School?
326 students attend Beacon Hill International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Beacon Hill International School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beacon Hill International School?
Beacon Hill International School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Beacon Hill International School offer ?
Beacon Hill International School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Beacon Hill International School part of?
Beacon Hill International School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Beacon Hill International School located?
Beacon Hill International School is located in the Greater Duwamish neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Greater Duwamish.
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