Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fairmount Park Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 82% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairmount Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fairmount Park Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairmount Park Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairmount Park Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#64 out of 2052 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)86%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
8%
5%
White
54%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairmount Park Elementary School's ranking?
Fairmount Park Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Fairmount Park Elementary School often compared to?
Fairmount Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louisa Boren Stem K-8, Pathfinder K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Fairmount Park Elementary School?
437 students attend Fairmount Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Fairmount Park Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairmount Park Elementary School?
Fairmount Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fairmount Park Elementary School offer ?
Fairmount Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fairmount Park Elementary School part of?
Fairmount Park Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Fairmount Park Elementary School located?
Fairmount Park Elementary School is located in the Fairmount Park neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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