Very Good
#498 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 22% in state
Highland Park Elementary School
Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1
1012 SW TRENTON ST, Seattle, WA 98106
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#498 of 2,228
In Seattle
#65 of 123
public schools
In district
#63 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Highland Park Elementary School
Highland Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Highland Park Elementary School serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #498 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Park Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.2
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Highland Park Elementary 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
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Highland Park Elementary School — Students at Highland Park Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.2%
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: 8.8/10.
How Highland Park Elementary School Compares
See how Highland Park Elementary School 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
1012 SW TRENTON ST, Seattle, WA 98106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Seattle Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, White Center Heights Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL NORTH AMERICA SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle | 0.6 mi | — |
| White Center Heights Elementary Seattle | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| THE COMMUNITY OF WEST SEATTLE Seattle | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sanislo Elementary School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| David T. Denny International Middle School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Chief Sealth International High School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Mount View Elementary Seattle | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Cascade Middle School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Bridges Transition Seattle | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| WEST SEATTLE MONTESSORI Seattle | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| EXPLORER WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Concord International School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Evergreen High School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Louisa Boren STEM K-8 Seattle | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Roxhill Elementary School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| West Seattle Elementary School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Highline Open Doors 1418 Burien | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Summit Public School: Atlas Seattle | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,529
Median Home Value
$666,800
Median Rent
$1,824/mo
Population
28,889
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
58.2%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookside Elementary Lake Forest Park, WA | 7.8 |
| Dayton Elementary School Dayton, WA | 7.8 |
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PUGET SOUND Mercer Island, WA | 7.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 7.8 |
| Long Beach Elementary School Long Beach, WA | 7.8 |
| South Pines Elementary Spokane Valley, WA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Park Elementary School
What grades does Highland Park Elementary School serve?
Highland Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Highland Park Elementary School?
Highland Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Park Elementary 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 Highland Park Elementary School rank in WA?
Highland Park Elementary School ranks #498 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Highland Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Highland Park Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Park Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highland Park Elementary School a charter school?
No, Highland Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Park Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Highland Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Park Elementary School?
56.2% of students at Highland Park Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.3%
- Phone
- (206) 252-8240
Resources & Links
District
Seattle School District No. 1- District Enrollment
- 50,770
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,806
- District Rank
- #63 of 106
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