Excellent
#103 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 5% in state
Briarcrest Elementary
Elementary School · Shoreline School District
2715 N.E. 158th Street, Shoreline, WA 98155
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#103 of 2,228
In Shoreline
#3 of 15
public schools
In district
#3 of 17
Shoreline School District
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Briarcrest Elementary
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About Briarcrest Elementary
Briarcrest Elementary is a public elementary school in Shoreline, WA, part of Shoreline School District. Briarcrest Elementary serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Briarcrest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Briarcrest Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Briarcrest Elementary — Students at Briarcrest Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Briarcrest Elementary Compares
See how Briarcrest Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2715 N.E. 158th Street, Shoreline, WA 98155
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Briarcrest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cascade K-8 Community School (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hazel Wolf K-8 (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Seattle), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Olympic Hills Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Seattle), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Shoreline, see our Shoreline schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shorecrest High School Shoreline | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Kellogg Middle School Shoreline | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| SHORELINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shoreline | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Fircrest Residential Habilitation Shoreline | 0.6 mi | — |
| Brookside Elementary Lake Forest Park | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Cedar Park Elementary School Seattle | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Olympic Hills Elementary School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Ridgecrest Elementary Shoreline | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Lake Forest Park Elementary Lake Forest Park | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC CLASSICAL SCHOOL Shoreline | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Seattle | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| LAKESIDE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Home Education Exchange Shoreline | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Cascade K-8 Community School Shoreline | 2.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Jane Addams Middle School Seattle | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Hazel Wolf K-8 Seattle | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| LAKE FOREST PARK MONTESSORI Shoreline | 2.3 mi | — |
| Nathan Hale High School Seattle | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| THE EVERGREEN SCHOOL Shoreline | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| John Rogers Elementary School Seattle | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,911
Median Home Value
$758,000
Median Rent
$2,016/mo
Population
35,906
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clara Barton Elementary School Redmond, WA | 9.1 |
| Davenport Elementary Davenport, WA | 9.1 |
| Genesee Hill Elementary Seattle, WA | 9.1 |
| Harbor Heights Elementary School Gig Harbor, WA | 9.1 |
| Hollywood Hill Elementary Woodinville, WA | 9.1 |
| Lockwood Elementary Bothell, WA | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Briarcrest Elementary
What grades does Briarcrest Elementary serve?
Briarcrest Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Briarcrest Elementary?
Briarcrest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Briarcrest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Briarcrest Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Briarcrest Elementary rank in WA?
Briarcrest Elementary ranks #103 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Briarcrest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Briarcrest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Briarcrest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Briarcrest Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Briarcrest Elementary a charter school?
No, Briarcrest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Briarcrest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Briarcrest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Briarcrest Elementary?
36.0% of students at Briarcrest Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 467
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.6%
- Phone
- (206) 393-4170
Resources & Links
District
Shoreline School District- District Enrollment
- 9,612
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,316
- District Rank
- #3 of 17
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