Excellent
#9 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 1% in state
Stevens Elementary School
Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1
1242 18 AV E, Seattle, WA 98112
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#9 of 2,228
In Seattle
#4 of 123
public schools
In district
#4 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Stevens Elementary School
Stevens Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Stevens Elementary School serves approximately 151 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Stevens Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Stevens Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 151 students, Stevens Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
38% of students at Stevens 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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Stevens Elementary School — Students at Stevens Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
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: 9.5/10.
How Stevens Elementary School Compares
See how Stevens 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
1242 18 AV E, Seattle, WA 98112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stevens Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montlake Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Tops K-8 School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, McGilvra Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Seattle | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Seattle | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| HOLY NAMES ACADEMY Seattle | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Montlake Elementary School Seattle | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Edmonds S. Meany Middle School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Lowell Elementary School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| SEATTLE AMISTAD SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| BERTSCHI SCHOOL Seattle | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| FUSION ACADEMY SEATTLE Seattle | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| THE VALLEY SCHOOL Seattle | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Seattle World School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Tops K-8 School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| SEATTLE ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Seattle | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| THE BUSH SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| McGilvra Elementary School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Nova High School Seattle | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Middle College High School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Seattle | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL Seattle | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Madrona K-5 School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,073
Median Home Value
$1,407,400
Median Rent
$2,062/mo
Population
23,961
College Educated
80.9%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Stephen Decatur Elementary School Seattle, WA | 9.5 |
| Almira Elementary School Almira, WA | 9.4 |
| Paterson Elementary School Paterson, WA | 9.8 |
| Carbonado Historical School 19 Carbonado, WA | 9.3 |
| Cascade K-8 Community School Shoreline, WA | 9.3 |
| Montlake Elementary School Seattle, WA | 9.2 |
Compare Stevens Elementary School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareStevens Elementary School vs Hawthorne Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.6/10 About even with Stevens Elementary School
- CompareStevens Elementary School vs Whittier Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 8.3/10 -1.3 vs Stevens Elementary School
- CompareStevens Elementary School vs Rising Star Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 7.2/10 -2.4 vs Stevens Elementary School
- CompareStevens Elementary School vs Viewlands Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.4/10 -0.2 vs Stevens Elementary School
- CompareStevens Elementary School vs View Ridge Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.1/10 -0.5 vs Stevens Elementary School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stevens Elementary School
What grades does Stevens Elementary School serve?
Stevens Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Stevens Elementary School?
Stevens Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 151 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stevens Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Stevens Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stevens Elementary School rank in WA?
Stevens Elementary School ranks #9 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Stevens Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Stevens Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Stevens Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stevens Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Stevens Elementary School a charter school?
No, Stevens Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stevens Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Stevens Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stevens Elementary School?
32.5% of students at Stevens 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 151
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (206) 252-3400
Resources & Links
District
Seattle School District No. 1- District Enrollment
- 50,770
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,806
- District Rank
- #4 of 106
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