Serving 178 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Boston Harbor Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Boston Harbor Elementary serves the northeast part of Olympia, WA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 10.9 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boston Harbor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Boston Harbor Elementary School's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Boston Harbor Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boston Harbor Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#430 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
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)27.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Boston Harbor Elementary School's ranking?
Boston Harbor Elementary School is ranked #430 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Boston Harbor Elementary School often compared to?
Boston Harbor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Elementary School, Twin City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Boston Harbor Elementary School?
178 students attend Boston Harbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Boston Harbor Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boston Harbor Elementary School?
Boston Harbor Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boston Harbor Elementary School offer ?
Boston Harbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boston Harbor Elementary School part of?
Boston Harbor Elementary School is part of Olympia School District.
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