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Westhill Elementary School

Public | K-6 | 438 students

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Posted January 17, 2012

I wish I could say that my experience with this school has been a rewarding one, but I'd be totally wrong! Last year was our first year here and I was impressed with my son's first grade teacher (Hyndman -- she can be quite tough, but it is because she truly does care!) This year has been a disaster and has ultimately made us realize that we have to get our child out of this school as soon as possible. His second grade teacher has been extremely unprofessional -- my husband and I have met with her on three separate occasions where she spent the entire time telling us how "immature" our child is, without backing her claims. And just exactly HOW mature is a 7 year old expected to be? He's a child for crying out loud!!! Overall this teacher has been a major disappointment and has hurt our son's feelings on multiple occasions. He now has a strong distaste for school because of her constant pestering. I just hope we are able to undo the damage that she has caused. No one deserves the kind of treatment we've received from this institution and we most certainly will NOT be back next year!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 25, 2011

Both my kids go to WestHill and have been really impressed with the teachers and the community around westhill. Kudos to Ms. Bonifaci (3rd grade) and Ms. Hydman.(1st grade) They have left remarkeable impressions on our kids
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 13, 2009

Westhill has been great for both of my children. They have attended for going on four years and we truly appreciate the diversity available. There isn't much diversity on the Eastside of Lake Washington. The teachers have left lasting impressions on our children and their learning has exceeded our expectations as parents. I would encourage anyone to go meet the staff and learn about the West hill Mustangs.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 13, 2006

Westhill Elementary has been a school that has provided quality education and a great sense of community. It is being required to support a rapidly growing suburban population, but is not buckling under the strain. Overall, it has been a very good school in the quality Northshore School District.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 25, 2004

We transferred our son from a private school two yrs ago and feel that West Hill is comparable to private education in many ways. This is a small school with lots of individualized attention, terrific programs, and strong parent involvement. There are good systems in place to accomodate all students regardless of learning levels without removing them from their classrooms. There is high-tech wiring and computers in every classroom and the library. There are wonderful Art and Music programs for all ages. And, West Hill strongly promotes good citizenship amongst its students. There is a great gymnasium, playground and playfields for physical health as well. Parents are very involved at this school and there is a strong sense of community spirit in this neighborhood. I highly recommend this school and the Northshore School District!
—Submitted by Elizabeth, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

66 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
61%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

65 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
73%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

59 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
57%

2010

 
 
67%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

60 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
74%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 61% in 2012.

60 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
77%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

61 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
73%

2010

 
 
71%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

61 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
86%
Science

The state average for Science was 66% in 2012.

61 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
55%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

63 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
70%

2010

 
 
82%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

63 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
77%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students82%
Female83%
Male81%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White88%
Low income47%
Not low income93%
Special educationn/a
Not special education86%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students91%
Female91%
Male92%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White93%
Low income80%
Not low income94%
Special educationn/a
Not special education92%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students70%
Female69%
Male71%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White74%
Low income31%
Not low income84%
Special educationn/a
Not special education72%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students88%
Female86%
Male90%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White87%
Low income69%
Not low income95%
Special educationn/a
Not special education89%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students88%
Female86%
Male90%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White87%
Low income75%
Not low income93%
Special educationn/a
Not special education91%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students74%
Female78%
Male69%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White81%
Low income44%
Not low income84%
Special education20%
Not special education91%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students75%
Female78%
Male72%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White81%
Low income50%
Not low income84%
Special education33%
Not special education89%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students80%
Female78%
Male83%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White92%
Low income56%
Not low income89%
Special education47%
Not special education91%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students72%
Female75%
Male69%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic43%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White80%
Low income38%
Not low income88%
Special education18%
Not special education83%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students87%
Female93%
Male83%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic71%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White92%
Low income71%
Not low income95%
Special education46%
Not special education96%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 63% 64%
Hispanic 16% 16%
Asian/Pacific Islander 11% 9%
Not provided 6% N/A
Black 3% 6%
Native American 1% 3%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 19%N/A42%
Special education 14%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 10%N/A8%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 18N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 11N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 58%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010
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19515 88 Ave NE
Bothell, WA 98011
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