Serving 498 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Louisa Boren Stem K-8 ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Louisa Boren Stem K-8's student population of 498 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louisa Boren Stem K-8 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
#602 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)66%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
20%
5%
White
47%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louisa Boren Stem K-8's ranking?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 is ranked #602 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Louisa Boren Stem K-8 often compared to?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pathfinder K-8 School, Fairmount Park Elementary School, Arbor Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Louisa Boren Stem K-8?
498 students attend Louisa Boren Stem K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Louisa Boren Stem K-8 students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Louisa Boren Stem K-8?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Louisa Boren Stem K-8 offer ?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Louisa Boren Stem K-8 part of?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Louisa Boren Stem K-8 located?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
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