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#1617 of 2,228 schools in WA
West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy
Elementary School · Bremerton School District
520 S National Ave, Bremerton, WA 98312
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,617 of 2,228
In Bremerton
#15 of 20
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
Bremerton School District
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy
Elementary School in Bremerton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy
West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy is a public elementary school in Bremerton, WA, part of Bremerton School District. West Hills S.t.e.m.
Academy serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,617 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy 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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West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy — Students at West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.
How West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy Compares
See how West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
520 S National Ave, Bremerton, WA 98312
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John D. Bud Hawk Elementary at Jackson Park (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kitsap Lake Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bremerton, see our Bremerton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,332
Median Home Value
$430,700
Median Rent
$1,601/mo
Population
34,273
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beverly Park Elem at Glendale Seattle, WA | 5.2 |
| Brigadoon Elementary School Federal Way, WA | 5.2 |
| Fords Prairie Elementary Centralia, WA | 5.2 |
| George T. Daniel Elementary School Kent, WA | 5.2 |
| Highland Elementary Clarkston, WA | 5.2 |
| Kirkwood Elementary School Toppenish, WA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy
What grades does West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy serve?
West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy?
West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy rank in WA?
West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy ranks #1,617 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy a charter school?
No, West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy a Title I school?
No, West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy?
72.6% of students at West Hills S.t.e.m. Academy 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 329
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Kitsap County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.9%
- Phone
- (360) 473-4600
Resources & Links
District
Bremerton School District- District Enrollment
- 4,367
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,969
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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