Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Briarcrest 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 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briarcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Briarcrest Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briarcrest 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 Briarcrest Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#382 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
9%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
46%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Briarcrest Elementary School is ranked #382 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Briarcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Briarcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookside Elementary School, Lake Forest Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Briarcrest Elementary School?
462 students attend Briarcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Briarcrest Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briarcrest Elementary School?
Briarcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Briarcrest Elementary School offer ?
Briarcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Briarcrest Elementary School part of?
Briarcrest Elementary School is part of Shoreline School District.
In what neighborhood is Briarcrest Elementary School located?
Briarcrest Elementary School is located in the Briarcrest neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Briarcrest.
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