Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Louisa Boren Stem K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Louisa Boren Stem K-8's student population of 457 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louisa Boren Stem K-8 is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1272 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
20%
5%
White
46%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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What is Louisa Boren Stem K-8's ranking?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 is ranked #1272 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Louisa Boren Stem K-8 often compared to?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pathfinder K-8 School, Fairmount Park Elementary School, Arbor Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Louisa Boren Stem K-8?
457 students attend Louisa Boren Stem K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Louisa Boren Stem K-8 students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Louisa Boren Stem K-8?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Louisa Boren Stem K-8 offer ?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Louisa Boren Stem K-8 part of?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Louisa Boren Stem K-8 located?
Louisa Boren Stem K-8 is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
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