Serving 495 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Armin Jahr 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Armin Jahr Elementary serves the eastern part of Bremerton, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armin Jahr Elementary School's student population of 495 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Armin Jahr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Armin Jahr Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1691 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
54%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
26%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armin Jahr Elementary School's ranking?
Armin Jahr Elementary School is ranked #1691 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Armin Jahr Elementary School often compared to?
Armin Jahr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like View Ridge Elementary Arts Academy, Crownhill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Armin Jahr Elementary School?
495 students attend Armin Jahr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Armin Jahr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armin Jahr Elementary School?
Armin Jahr Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Armin Jahr Elementary School offer ?
Armin Jahr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Armin Jahr Elementary School part of?
Armin Jahr Elementary School is part of Bremerton School District.
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5 10/10/2025
the great school I am now in 5th grade I've been in that school from k-3.
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