Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Genesee Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genesee Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Genesee Hill Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Genesee Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Genesee Hill Elementary School is 0.51, which is less 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
#168 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
68%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genesee Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Genesee Hill Elementary School is ranked #168 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Genesee Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Genesee Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alki Elementary School, Lafayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Genesee Hill Elementary School?
477 students attend Genesee Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Genesee Hill Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Genesee Hill Elementary School?
Genesee Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Genesee Hill Elementary School offer ?
Genesee Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Genesee Hill Elementary School part of?
Genesee Hill Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Genesee Hill Elementary School located?
Genesee Hill Elementary School is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
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