Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Briarcrest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Briarcrest Elementary serves the southeast part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briarcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Briarcrest Elementary School's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Briarcrest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarcrest Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#346 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)16.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Briarcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Briarcrest Elementary School is ranked #346 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Briarcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Briarcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookside Elementary School, Lake Forest Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Briarcrest Elementary School?
454 students attend Briarcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Briarcrest Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briarcrest Elementary School?
Briarcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Briarcrest Elementary School offer ?
Briarcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Briarcrest Elementary School part of?
Briarcrest Elementary School is part of Shoreline School District.
In what neighborhood is Briarcrest Elementary School located?
Briarcrest Elementary School is located in the Briarcrest neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Briarcrest.
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