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#210 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 9% in state

Broadview-thomson K-8 School

Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1

13052 GREENWOOD AV N, Seattle, WA 98133

Enrollment

564

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#210 of 2,228

In Seattle

#37 of 123

public schools

In district

#36 of 106

Seattle School District No. 1

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Broadview-thomson K-8 School

8.7/10

Elementary School in Seattle · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Stevens Elementary School

9.6/10

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Hawthorne Elementary School

9.6/10

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About Broadview-thomson K-8 School

Broadview-thomson K-8 School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Broadview-thomson K-8 School serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Broadview-thomson K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #210 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Broadview-thomson K-8 School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Broadview-thomson K-8 School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.7% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,806
Chronic Absenteeism30.3%

Broadview-thomson K-8 School — Students at Broadview-thomson K-8 School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.4% (2024 SBA)

Based on 41 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
41.7%
ELA
53%
2024
Math
48.3%
ELA
51.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.

How Broadview-thomson K-8 School Compares

See how Broadview-thomson K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
91th percentile in WA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

13052 GREENWOOD AV N, Seattle, WA 98133

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Broadview-thomson K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenwood Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cascadia Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Meridian Park Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST THE KING PARISH SCHOOL Seattle 0.7 mi 6.2
SEATTLE AREA GERMAN AMERICAN SCHOOL Seattle 1.1 mi 4.9
NORTHWEST SCHOOL DEAF AND HARD-OF-HEARING CHILDREN Shoreline 1.1 mi 7.4
Ingraham High School Seattle 0.8 mi 8.1
Viewlands Elementary School Seattle 1.3 mi 9.4
Highland Terrace Elementary Shoreline 1.5 mi 8.0
THE EVERGREEN SCHOOL Shoreline 1.3 mi 7.2
Parkwood Elementary Shoreline 1.4 mi 8.8
James Baldwin Elementary School Seattle 1.3 mi 9.2
LAKESIDE SCHOOL Seattle 1.4 mi 6.5
Shorewood High School Shoreline 2.1 mi 7.6
ST LUKE SCHOOL Shoreline 2.2 mi 6.5
Robert Eagle Staff Middle School Seattle 2.1 mi 8.7
Edwin Pratt Learning Center Shoreline 2.2 mi 5.7
Cascadia Elementary Seattle 2.2 mi 9.5
Meridian Park Elementary School Shoreline 2.3 mi 9.5
Whitman Middle School Seattle 2.2 mi 8.6
SPRING ACADEMY Seattle 1.9 mi 5.9
Greenwood Elementary School Seattle 2.6 mi 9.7
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY--SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle 2.1 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,371

Median Home Value

$719,100

Median Rent

$1,794/mo

Population

52,620

College Educated

51%

Homeownership

49.2%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

39.4

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Halilts Elementary School Bainbridge Island, WA 8.7
Hilltop Elementary Lynnwood, WA 8.7
Mcclure Elementary School Grandview, WA 8.7
Midway Elementary Colbert, WA 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Broadview-thomson K-8 School

What grades does Broadview-thomson K-8 School serve?

Broadview-thomson K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Broadview-thomson K-8 School?

Broadview-thomson K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Broadview-thomson K-8 School?

The student-teacher ratio at Broadview-thomson K-8 School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Broadview-thomson K-8 School rank in WA?

Broadview-thomson K-8 School ranks #210 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Broadview-thomson K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?

Broadview-thomson K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Broadview-thomson K-8 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Broadview-thomson K-8 School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Broadview-thomson K-8 School a charter school?

No, Broadview-thomson K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Broadview-thomson K-8 School a Title I school?

No, Broadview-thomson K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Broadview-thomson K-8 School?

61.5% of students at Broadview-thomson K-8 School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Broadview-thomson K-8 School stack up?

Stevens Elementary School
9.6
Hawthorne Elementary School
9.6
Dearborn Park International School
9.3
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

District

Seattle School District No. 1
District Enrollment
50,770
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,806
District Rank
#36 of 106

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