Serving 275 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Laurelhurst Elementary School 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurelhurst Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Laurelhurst Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Laurelhurst Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurelhurst Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#441 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
11%
5%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Laurelhurst Elementary School's ranking?
Laurelhurst Elementary School is ranked #441 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Laurelhurst Elementary School often compared to?
Laurelhurst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryant Elementary School, Thornton Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Laurelhurst Elementary School?
275 students attend Laurelhurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Laurelhurst Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurelhurst Elementary School?
Laurelhurst Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Laurelhurst Elementary School offer ?
Laurelhurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurelhurst Elementary School part of?
Laurelhurst Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Laurelhurst Elementary School located?
Laurelhurst Elementary School is located in the Northeast Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Seattle.
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