Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Esquire Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Esquire Hills Elementary serves the eastern part of Bremerton, WA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Esquire Hills Elementary School's student population of 288 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
I am ready to be a learner because I am respectful, responsible, safe and kind. I am an eagle!
School Rankings
Esquire Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Esquire Hills Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1056 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
43%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
20%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esquire Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Esquire Hills Elementary School is ranked #1056 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Esquire Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Esquire Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brownsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Esquire Hills Elementary School?
288 students attend Esquire Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Esquire Hills Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esquire Hills Elementary School?
Esquire Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Esquire Hills Elementary School offer ?
Esquire Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Esquire Hills Elementary School part of?
Esquire Hills Elementary School is part of Central Kitsap School District.
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