Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highland Terrace 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 70-74% (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 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Terrace Elementary serves the west part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Terrace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Terrace Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Highland Terrace 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 Highland Terrace Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#244 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
58%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
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)20.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Highland Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Terrace Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Highland Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meridian Park Elementary School, Cascade K-8 Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Highland Terrace Elementary School?
322 students attend Highland Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Highland Terrace Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Terrace Elementary School?
Highland Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Highland Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Terrace Elementary School part of?
Highland Terrace Elementary School is part of Shoreline School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Terrace Elementary School located?
Highland Terrace Elementary School is located in the Highland Terrace neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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