Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Westhill Elementary 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 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westhill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Westhill Elementary School's student population of 410 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westhill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westhill Elementary School is 0.65, which is less 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
#289 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)68%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)76%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
9%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
53%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westhill Elementary School's ranking?
Westhill Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Westhill Elementary School often compared to?
Westhill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodin Elementary School, Maywood Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Westhill Elementary School?
410 students attend Westhill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Westhill Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westhill Elementary School?
Westhill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Westhill Elementary School offer ?
Westhill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Westhill Elementary School part of?
Westhill Elementary School is part of Northshore School District.
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