Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pathfinder K-8 School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pathfinder K-8 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
Pathfinder K-8 School's student population of 448 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Pathfinder K-8 School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pathfinder K-8 School is 0.57, 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
#227 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
63%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Pathfinder K-8 School's ranking?
Pathfinder K-8 School is ranked #227 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Pathfinder K-8 School often compared to?
Pathfinder K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louisa Boren Stem K-8, Fairmount Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pathfinder K-8 School?
448 students attend Pathfinder K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Pathfinder K-8 School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pathfinder K-8 School?
Pathfinder K-8 School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pathfinder K-8 School offer ?
Pathfinder K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pathfinder K-8 School part of?
Pathfinder K-8 School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Pathfinder K-8 School located?
Pathfinder K-8 School is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Seattle.
School Reviews
1 4/29/2022
Do your research. This school used to be excellent. Go and meet teachers and admin beforehand - ask about the DEI and SEL programs - Ask to read the newsletters from the principal.
2 2/10/2020
This school shelters your children and pretends to have an bullying problem which is extremely stupid and people think that all even small things are problems.
5 9/1/2008
A terrific school! Incredible parent involvement. Lousy building.
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