Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Brier Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brier Elementary School's student population of 402 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Brier Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brier Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#314 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
67%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Brier Elementary School's ranking?
Brier Elementary School is ranked #314 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Brier Elementary School often compared to?
Brier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Way Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Brier Elementary School?
402 students attend Brier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Brier Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brier Elementary School?
Brier Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Brier Elementary School offer ?
Brier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brier Elementary School part of?
Brier Elementary School is part of Edmonds School District.
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