Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pathfinder K-8 School ranks in the top 20% 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 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher 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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pathfinder K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pathfinder K-8 School's student population of 402 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pathfinder K-8 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 Pathfinder K-8 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
#283 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Pathfinder K-8 School's ranking?
Pathfinder K-8 School is ranked #283 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Pathfinder K-8 School often compared to?
Pathfinder K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmount Park Elementary School, Louisa Boren Stem K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pathfinder K-8 School?
402 students attend Pathfinder K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Pathfinder K-8 School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pathfinder K-8 School?
Pathfinder K-8 School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pathfinder K-8 School offer ?
Pathfinder K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pathfinder K-8 School part of?
Pathfinder K-8 School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Pathfinder K-8 School located?
Pathfinder K-8 School is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
A terrific school! Incredible parent involvement. Lousy building.
2 10/10/2025
This school shelters your children and pretends to have an bullying problem which is extremely stupid and people think that all even small things are problems.
1 10/10/2025
Do your research. This school used to be excellent. Go and meet teachers and admin beforehand - ask about the DEI and SEL programs - Ask to read the newsletters from the principal.
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