Average
#945 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 42% in state
White Center Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Highline School District
10015 6th Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98146
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#945 of 2,228
In Seattle
#91 of 123
public schools
In district
#10 of 34
Highline School District
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About White Center Heights Elementary
White Center Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Highline School District. White Center Heights Elementary serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. White Center Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #945 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for White Center Heights Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at White Center Heights Elementary 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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White Center Heights Elementary — Students at White Center Heights Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.2%
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: 7.8/10.
How White Center Heights Elementary Compares
See how White Center Heights 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
10015 6th Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98146
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering White Center Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highland Park Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shorewood Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Burien), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WEST SEATTLE MONTESSORI (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL NORTH AMERICA SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle | 0.6 mi | — |
| Mount View Elementary Seattle | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Cascade Middle School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Highland Park Elementary School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Evergreen High School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| WEST SEATTLE MONTESSORI Seattle | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Highline Open Doors 1418 Burien | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| THE COMMUNITY OF WEST SEATTLE Seattle | 0.9 mi | — |
| Concord International School Seattle | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Burien | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| EXPLORER WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Rainier Prep Seattle | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Beverly Park Elem at Glendale Seattle | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Bridges Transition Seattle | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| David T. Denny International Middle School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Chief Sealth International High School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Hazel Valley Elementary Burien | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Shorewood Elementary Burien | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Sanislo Elementary School Seattle | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,460
Median Home Value
$642,300
Median Rent
$1,721/mo
Population
28,182
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blaine Primary School Blaine, WA | 6.7 |
| Captain Strong Battle Ground, WA | 6.7 |
| Columbia Ridge Elementary Ephrata, WA | 6.7 |
| Eagle Creek Elementary Arlington, WA | 6.7 |
| East Farms STEAM School Newman Lake, WA | 6.7 |
| East Olympia Elementary Olympia, WA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about White Center Heights Elementary
What grades does White Center Heights Elementary serve?
White Center Heights Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend White Center Heights Elementary?
White Center Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at White Center Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at White Center Heights Elementary is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does White Center Heights Elementary rank in WA?
White Center Heights Elementary ranks #945 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is White Center Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
White Center Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 White Center Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, White Center Heights Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is White Center Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, White Center Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is White Center Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, White Center Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White Center Heights Elementary?
75.2% of students at White Center Heights 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 533
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (206) 631-5200
Resources & Links
District
Highline School District- District Enrollment
- 17,823
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,594
- District Rank
- #10 of 34
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