Serving 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Seattle 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Seattle Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Seattle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Seattle Elementary School's student population of 376 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West Seattle 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 West Seattle Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#602 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
65%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
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)43.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 West Seattle Elementary School's ranking?
West Seattle Elementary School is ranked #602 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend West Seattle Elementary School?
376 students attend West Seattle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of West Seattle Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Seattle Elementary School?
West Seattle Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Seattle Elementary School offer ?
West Seattle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Seattle Elementary School part of?
West Seattle Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is West Seattle Elementary School located?
West Seattle Elementary School is located in the High Point neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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