Serving 340 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dearborn Park International School serves the southern part of Seattle, WA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone about 0.8 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Dearborn Park International School's student population of 340 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Dearborn Park 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 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
#750 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
48%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
13%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dearborn Park International School's ranking?
Dearborn Park International School is ranked #750 out of 2,088 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
340 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 Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 17:1.
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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