Serving 348 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beacon Hill International School serves the southern part of Seattle, WA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point located 1.7 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Beacon Hill International School's student population of 348 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Beacon Hill International School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beacon Hill International School is 0.76, which is more 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
#706 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
28%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
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 #706 out of 2,088 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
348 students attend Beacon Hill International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Beacon Hill International School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beacon Hill International School?
Beacon Hill International School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beacon Hill International School offer ?
Beacon Hill International School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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