Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arbor Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arbor Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arbor Heights Elementary School's student population of 511 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1948
School Rankings
Arbor Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arbor Heights Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#625 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
63%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arbor Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Arbor Heights Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Arbor Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Arbor Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louisa Boren Stem K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Arbor Heights Elementary School?
511 students attend Arbor Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Arbor Heights Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arbor Heights Elementary School?
Arbor Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Arbor Heights Elementary School offer ?
Arbor Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arbor Heights Elementary School part of?
Arbor Heights Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Arbor Heights Elementary School located?
Arbor Heights Elementary School is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
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