Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Louisa Boren Stem K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for STEM K-8 encompasses the entire school district in Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 144.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest boundary of the zone extends up to 13.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Louisa Boren Stem K-8's student population of 437 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 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 Louisa Boren Stem K-8 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
#1272 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)45.1%
18.4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Owls
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louisa Boren Stem K-8's ranking?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 is ranked #1272 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Louisa Boren Stem K-8 often compared to?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pathfinder K-8 School, Fairmount Park Elementary School, Arbor Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Louisa Boren Stem K-8?
437 students attend Louisa Boren Stem K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Louisa Boren Stem K-8 students are White, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Louisa Boren Stem K-8?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Louisa Boren Stem K-8 offer ?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Louisa Boren Stem K-8 part of?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Louisa Boren Stem K-8 located?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
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