Serving 177 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Boston Harbor Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boston Harbor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Boston Harbor Elementary School's student population of 177 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boston Harbor Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boston Harbor Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#283 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
72%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Boston Harbor Elementary School's ranking?
Boston Harbor Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Boston Harbor Elementary School often compared to?
Boston Harbor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Elementary School, Twin City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Boston Harbor Elementary School?
177 students attend Boston Harbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Boston Harbor Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boston Harbor Elementary School?
Boston Harbor Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Boston Harbor Elementary School offer ?
Boston Harbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Boston Harbor Elementary School part of?
Boston Harbor Elementary School is part of Olympia School District.
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