Serving 645 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Briarwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briarwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Briarwood Elementary School's student population of 645 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Briarwood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarwood Elementary School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#190 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
36%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
40%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarwood Elementary School's ranking?
Briarwood Elementary School is ranked #190 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Briarwood Elementary School often compared to?
Briarwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apollo Elementary School, Maple Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Briarwood Elementary School?
645 students attend Briarwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Briarwood Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briarwood Elementary School?
Briarwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Briarwood Elementary School offer ?
Briarwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Briarwood Elementary School part of?
Briarwood Elementary School is part of Issaquah School District.
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