Excellent
#50 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 2% in state
John Stanford International School
Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1
4057 5 AV NE, Seattle, WA 98105
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#50 of 2,228
In Seattle
#15 of 123
public schools
In district
#15 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About John Stanford International School
John Stanford International School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. John Stanford International School serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. John Stanford International School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #50 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for John Stanford International School show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about John Stanford International School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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John Stanford International School — Students at John Stanford International School score 89% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 9.2/10.
How John Stanford International School Compares
See how John Stanford International 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
4057 5 AV NE, Seattle, WA 98105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Stanford International School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. B F Day Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is McDonald International School (rated 9.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tops K-8 School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE MERIDIAN SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL Seattle | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| McDonald International School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 9.6 |
| ACADEMY FOR PRECISION LEARNING Seattle | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Hamilton International Middle School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Seattle | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Tops K-8 School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| UNIVERSITY COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Lincoln High School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| BERTSCHI SCHOOL Seattle | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Green Lake Elementary School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Roosevelt High School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| BILLINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| SEATTLE JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SEATTLE AMISTAD SCHOOL Seattle | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| FUSION ACADEMY SEATTLE Seattle | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| B F Day Elementary School Seattle | 1.2 mi | 9.7 |
| Montlake Elementary School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| WOODLAND PARK COOPERATIVE Seattle | 1.2 mi | — |
| KAPKA COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,691
Median Home Value
$1,261,100
Median Rent
$1,803/mo
Population
49,229
College Educated
77.2%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
24.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beachwood Elementary School Jblm Lewis North, WA | 9.3 |
| Dearborn Park International School Seattle, WA | 9.3 |
| Freeman Elementary School Rockford, WA | 9.3 |
| Horace Mann Elementary Redmond, WA | 9.3 |
| Lakeridge Elementary School Mercer Island, WA | 9.3 |
| Libby Center Spokane, WA | 9.3 |
Compare John Stanford International School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareJohn Stanford International School vs Stevens Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.6/10 +0.3 vs John Stanford International School
- CompareJohn Stanford International School vs Hawthorne Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.6/10 +0.3 vs John Stanford International School
- CompareJohn Stanford International School vs Whittier Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 8.3/10 -1.0 vs John Stanford International School
- CompareJohn Stanford International School vs Rising Star Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 7.2/10 -2.1 vs John Stanford International School
- CompareJohn Stanford International School vs Viewlands Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.4/10 +0.1 vs John Stanford International School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Stanford International School
What grades does John Stanford International School serve?
John Stanford International School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John Stanford International School?
John Stanford International School has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Stanford International School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Stanford International School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Stanford International School rank in WA?
John Stanford International School ranks #50 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is John Stanford International School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Stanford 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 John Stanford International School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Stanford International School has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Stanford International School a charter school?
No, John Stanford International School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Stanford International School a Title I school?
No, John Stanford International School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Stanford International School?
9.1% of students at John Stanford 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.5%
- Phone
- (206) 252-6080
Resources & Links
District
Seattle School District No. 1- District Enrollment
- 50,770
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,806
- District Rank
- #15 of 106
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