Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dearborn Park 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dearborn Park International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Dearborn Park International School's student population of 326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Dearborn Park 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 Dearborn Park International School is 0.71, 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
#941 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
12%
5%
White
14%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dearborn Park International School's ranking?
Dearborn Park International School is ranked #941 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Dearborn Park International School often compared to?
Dearborn Park International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Elementary School, Hawthorne 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Dearborn Park International School?
326 students attend Dearborn Park International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dearborn Park International School students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dearborn Park International School?
Dearborn Park International School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dearborn Park International School offer ?
Dearborn Park International School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dearborn Park International School part of?
Dearborn Park International School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Dearborn Park International School located?
Dearborn Park International School is located in the Mid Beacon Hill neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Mid Beacon Hill.
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