Excellent
#456 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 20% in state
Highland Terrace Elementary
Elementary School · Shoreline School District
100 N. 160th Street, Shoreline, WA 98133
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#456 of 2,228
In Shoreline
#7 of 15
public schools
In district
#8 of 17
Shoreline School District
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Highland Terrace Elementary
Highland Terrace Elementary is a public elementary school in Shoreline, WA, part of Shoreline School District. Highland Terrace Elementary serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #456 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Terrace Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Highland Terrace Elementary — Students at Highland Terrace Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.5%
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: 7.0/10.
How Highland Terrace Elementary Compares
See how Highland Terrace 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
100 N. 160th Street, Shoreline, WA 98133
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Terrace Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meridian Park Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Viewlands Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Seattle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parkwood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Shoreline, see our Shoreline schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHWEST SCHOOL DEAF AND HARD-OF-HEARING CHILDREN Shoreline | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL Shoreline | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Shorewood High School Shoreline | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Broadview-Thomson K-8 School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Parkwood Elementary Shoreline | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Edwin Pratt Learning Center Shoreline | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Albert Einstein Middle School Shoreline | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| KING'S SCHOOL Seattle | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Meridian Park Elementary School Shoreline | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| THE EVERGREEN SCHOOL Shoreline | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Melvin G Syre Elementary Shoreline | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Ingraham High School Seattle | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Echo Lake Elementary School Shoreline | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| HORIZON SCHOOL Shoreline | 2.0 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING PARISH SCHOOL Seattle | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| LAKESIDE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Handicapped Contractual Services Shoreline | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| SEATTLE AREA GERMAN AMERICAN SCHOOL Seattle | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Madrona K-8 School Edmonds | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Viewlands Elementary School Seattle | 2.7 mi | 9.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Centennial Elementary Olympia, WA | 8.0 |
| Grapeview Elementary & Middle School Grapeview, WA | 8.0 |
| Illahee Elementary School Camas, WA | 8.0 |
| Minter Creek Elementary Gig Harbor, WA | 8.0 |
| Nob Hill Elementary School Yakima, WA | 8.0 |
| Ridge View Elementary School Kennewick, WA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Terrace Elementary
What grades does Highland Terrace Elementary serve?
Highland Terrace Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Highland Terrace Elementary?
Highland Terrace Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Terrace Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Terrace Elementary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Terrace Elementary rank in WA?
Highland Terrace Elementary ranks #456 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Highland Terrace Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Terrace Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Terrace Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highland Terrace Elementary a charter school?
No, Highland Terrace Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Terrace Elementary a Title I school?
No, Highland Terrace Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Terrace Elementary?
18.5% of students at Highland Terrace 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
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (206) 393-4341
Resources & Links
District
Shoreline School District- District Enrollment
- 9,612
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,316
- District Rank
- #8 of 17
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