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#49 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 2% in state

Dearborn Park International School

Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1

2820 S ORCAS ST, Seattle, WA 98108

Enrollment

326

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#49 of 2,228

In Seattle

#14 of 123

public schools

In district

#14 of 106

Seattle School District No. 1

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Dearborn Park International School

9.3/10

Elementary School in Seattle · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.6/10

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9.6/10

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About Dearborn Park International School

Dearborn Park International School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Dearborn Park International School serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dearborn Park International School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Dearborn Park International School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.7% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+8.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+19.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,806
Chronic Absenteeism27.9%

Dearborn Park International School — Students at Dearborn Park International School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 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
37%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
57.7%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
61.1%
ELA
55.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

How Dearborn Park International School Compares

See how Dearborn Park International School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
98th percentile in WA
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

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

2820 S ORCAS ST, Seattle, WA 98108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dearborn Park International School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Maple Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Interagency Open Doors Seattle 0.6 mi 6.9
Aki Kurose Middle School Seattle 0.8 mi 7.6
SEATTLE NATIVITY SCHOOL Seattle 0.8 mi 6.0
Cleveland High School STEM Seattle 0.8 mi 8.8
Hawthorne Elementary School Seattle 1.1 mi 9.6
TORAH DAY SCHOOL OF SEATTLE Seattle 1.0 mi 6.4
Mercer International Middle School Seattle 1.1 mi 7.8
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy Seattle 1.0 mi 5.2
ST GEORGE PARISH SCHOOL Seattle 1.0 mi 7.0
Orca K-8 School Seattle 1.0 mi 7.3
John Muir Elementary School Seattle 1.5 mi 7.1
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School Seattle 1.1 mi 7.4
Kimball Elementary School Seattle 1.5 mi 6.1
Maple Elementary School Seattle 1.1 mi 8.9
Franklin High School Seattle 1.7 mi 7.2
Rising Star Elementary School Seattle 1.6 mi 7.2
Wing Luke Elementary School Seattle 1.6 mi 7.1
THE LAKE AND PARK SCHOOL Seattle 1.6 mi 5.6
TORAH ACADEMY OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST Seattle 1.3 mi
Graham Hill Elementary School Seattle 1.4 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,806

Median Home Value

$693,500

Median Rent

$1,463/mo

Population

24,430

College Educated

37%

Homeownership

56.9%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

21.1%

Median Age

37

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Beachwood Elementary School Jblm Lewis North, WA 9.3
Freeman Elementary School Rockford, WA 9.3
Horace Mann Elementary Redmond, WA 9.3
John Stanford International School Seattle, WA 9.3
Lakeridge Elementary School Mercer Island, WA 9.3
Libby Center Spokane, WA 9.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dearborn Park International School

What grades does Dearborn Park International School serve?

Dearborn Park International School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dearborn Park International School?

Dearborn Park International School has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dearborn Park International School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dearborn Park International School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dearborn Park International School rank in WA?

Dearborn Park International School ranks #49 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Dearborn Park International School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dearborn Park International School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Dearborn Park International School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dearborn Park International School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Dearborn Park International School a charter school?

No, Dearborn Park International School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dearborn Park International School a Title I school?

No, Dearborn Park International School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dearborn Park International School?

61.0% of students at Dearborn Park International 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
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Dearborn Park International School stack up?

Stevens Elementary School
9.6
Hawthorne Elementary School
9.6
Whittier Elementary School
8.3
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

District

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

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