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Esquire Hills Elementary

Elementary School · Central Kitsap School District

2650 NE John Carlson Rd, Bremerton, WA 98311

Enrollment

298

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,123 of 2,228

In Bremerton

#8 of 20

public schools

In district

#13 of 19

Central Kitsap School District

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Esquire Hills Elementary

6.3/10

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

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About Esquire Hills Elementary

Esquire Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Bremerton, WA, part of Central Kitsap School District. Esquire Hills Elementary serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Esquire Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,123 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Esquire Hills Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Esquire Hills Elementary 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 Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.6% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.9% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-15.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.5 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,364
Chronic Absenteeism32.6%

Esquire Hills Elementary — Students at Esquire Hills Elementary score 41% 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

59.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 59.8% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
66%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
36.7%
ELA
46%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.

How Esquire Hills Elementary Compares

See how Esquire Hills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in WA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.6%

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

2650 NE John Carlson Rd, Bremerton, WA 98311

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Esquire Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerald Heights Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Silverdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brownsville Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cottonwood Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bremerton, see our Bremerton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Brownsville Elementary Bremerton 0.7 mi 8.3
Barker Creek Community School Silverdale 1.1 mi 3.3
Pinecrest Elementary Bremerton 1.7 mi 6.7
PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bremerton 2.0 mi 6.3
Cottonwood Elementary School Bremerton 1.6 mi 8.1
Woodlands Elementary Bremerton 1.5 mi 7.9
Fairview Middle School Bremerton 1.7 mi 5.5
View Ridge Elementary Arts Academy Bremerton 2.8 mi 5.7
CENTRAL KITSAP MONTESSORI Poulsbo 2.3 mi
Armin Jahr Elementary Bremerton 2.9 mi 5.2
Olympic High School Bremerton 2.4 mi 3.8
Mountain View Middle School Bremerton 3.5 mi 4.2
Silver Ridge Elementary Silverdale 3.0 mi 7.6
CARDEN COUNTRY SCHOOL Bainbridge Island 2.7 mi 6.1
Ridgetop Middle School Silverdale 3.0 mi 5.8
Catalyst Public Schools Bremerton 4.2 mi 4.1
Bremerton High School Bremerton 4.3 mi 3.0
Emerald Heights Elementary Silverdale 3.7 mi 8.6
SILVERWOOD SCHOOL Poulsbo 4.3 mi 4.3
OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bremerton 4.7 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,714

Median Home Value

$448,100

Median Rent

$1,792/mo

Population

27,947

College Educated

32.3%

Homeownership

75.2%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Esquire Hills Elementary

What grades does Esquire Hills Elementary serve?

Esquire Hills Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Esquire Hills Elementary?

Esquire Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Esquire Hills Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Esquire Hills Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Esquire Hills Elementary rank in WA?

Esquire Hills Elementary ranks #1,123 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Esquire Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Esquire Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Esquire Hills Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Esquire Hills Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Esquire Hills Elementary a charter school?

No, Esquire Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Esquire Hills Elementary a Title I school?

No, Esquire Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Esquire Hills Elementary?

59.7% of students at Esquire Hills 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kitsap County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.6%

District

Central Kitsap School District
District Enrollment
11,116
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,364
District Rank
#13 of 19

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