Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Hill Elementary serves the southern part of Seattle, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Hill Elementary School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Rankings
North Hill 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 North Hill Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#526 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
35%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 North Hill Elementary School's ranking?
North Hill Elementary School is ranked #526 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are North Hill Elementary School often compared to?
North Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend North Hill Elementary School?
518 students attend North Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of North Hill Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Hill Elementary School?
North Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Hill Elementary School offer ?
North Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Hill Elementary School part of?
North Hill Elementary School is part of Highline School District.
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