Hilder Pearson Elementary

Hilder Pearson Elementary serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Poulsbo, a mid-size suburb in Kitsap County. With 299 students and 19 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1, creating smaller class environments that support personalized instruction. Academically, Hilder Pearson ranks in Washington's top quartile, placing 493rd among 2,261 state schools and earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2/10.

The school shows particular strength in science, where 72% of students score proficient or above across grade levels. Mathematics and English language arts are areas with room for growth, with 53% and 59% of students reaching proficiency respectively. These results reflect the school's focus on developing foundational skills across core subjects.

The diverse performance across subjects suggests Hilder Pearson is a school where students are building literacy and math competencies while showing strong foundation work in scientific thinking. For families considering this school, the smaller student-teacher ratio and mid-size enrollment create an environment where teachers can work with individual learners. Located on Central Valley Road Northwest, Hilder Pearson serves families throughout this suburban Washington community.