Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shorewood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shorewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shorewood Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shorewood 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 Shorewood Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#1180 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
9%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
9%
5%
White
31%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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 Shorewood Elementary School's ranking?
Shorewood Elementary School is ranked #1180 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Shorewood Elementary School often compared to?
Shorewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazel Valley Elementary School, Gregory Heights Elementary School, Seahurst Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Shorewood Elementary School?
458 students attend Shorewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Shorewood Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shorewood Elementary School?
Shorewood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Shorewood Elementary School offer ?
Shorewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shorewood Elementary School part of?
Shorewood Elementary School is part of Highline School District.
In what neighborhood is Shorewood Elementary School located?
Shorewood Elementary School is located in the Salmon Creek neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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