Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Seahurst Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seahurst Elementary School's student population of 330 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seahurst Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seahurst 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
#2006 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
54%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
18%
49%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seahurst Elementary School's ranking?
Seahurst Elementary School is ranked #2006 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Seahurst Elementary School often compared to?
Seahurst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazel Valley Elementary School, Shorewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Seahurst Elementary School?
330 students attend Seahurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Seahurst Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seahurst Elementary School?
Seahurst Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Seahurst Elementary School offer ?
Seahurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Seahurst Elementary School part of?
Seahurst Elementary School is part of Highline School District.
In what neighborhood is Seahurst Elementary School located?
Seahurst Elementary School is located in the Seahurst neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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