Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marvista Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marvista Elementary serves the southwest part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 6.2 square miles. Families living within this attendance zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marvista Elementary School's student population of 532 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
532 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marvista Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marvista Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#581 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marvista Elementary School's ranking?
Marvista Elementary School is ranked #581 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Marvista Elementary School often compared to?
Marvista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Marvista Elementary School?
532 students attend Marvista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Marvista Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marvista Elementary School?
Marvista Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marvista Elementary School offer ?
Marvista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marvista Elementary School part of?
Marvista Elementary School is part of Highline School District.
In what neighborhood is Marvista Elementary School located?
Marvista Elementary School is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
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