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North Hill Elementary

Highline School District · King County · 19835 8th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98148.0

(206)631-4600

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8/10
#293
Rank 293 out of 1,162
Top 25%
English Language Arts7/10 · #418 · 64th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #246 · 79th percentile
Science8/10 · #211 · 80th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

North Hill Elementary sits in the quiet, residential pocket of Des Moines, a small city tucked between SeaTac and Federal Way along the Puget Sound shoreline — the kind of place where neighbors actually know each other and the pace feels a little more relaxed than the rest of King County. The school punches above its weight in math and science, making it a solid fit for families who prioritize STEM-leaning academics without the intensity of more competitive Seattle-area districts. It's a good option for families looking for a grounded, community-feel school in an affordable and genuinely livable corner of the south Sound.

Student Demographics

247 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
89 (36%)
Hispanic
71 (29%)
Multiple Races
44 (18%)
Asian
21 (9%)
Other
22 (9%)

Key Indicators

English Learners34 (14%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged107 (43%)
Students with Disabilities43 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

518
Enrollment
35
Teachers (FTE)
14.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
25.3
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #542 · 58th percentile

64 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found