Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Mercer Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Mercer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Mercer Elementary School's student population of 422 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Mercer Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Mercer Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#42 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
43%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Mercer Elementary School's ranking?
West Mercer Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are West Mercer Elementary School often compared to?
West Mercer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend West Mercer Elementary School?
422 students attend West Mercer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Mercer Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Mercer Elementary School?
West Mercer Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Mercer Elementary School offer ?
West Mercer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Mercer Elementary School part of?
West Mercer Elementary School is part of Mercer Island School District.
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