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Stevens Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 383 students

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5 stars

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Posted October 25, 2010

I wish I could give Stevens 5 stars. I've had multiple children there for awhile. Stevens has many wonderful traits -- dedicated parent volunteers, some truly fantastic teachers, wonderful diversity. But the district is trying its hardest it seems to ruin Stevens. Some classes have 28-29 kids in them in early grades. How is the most wonderful teacher in the world able to be truly effective with that many students? And the district really needs to get a handle on teacher evaluations and marginal teachers -- there are a tiny number of ineffective teachers at Stevens but ugh if you get one for your own kid. Though I'm guessing this is a district-wide problem.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 25, 2010

Stevens is a terrific elementary school. We've experienced excellent teaching all the way through (my kids are now in 3th and 5th grades). The school is wonderfully diverse with very strong parent involvement. I'm convinced that my kids got better teachers than I could have paid for in a private school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 20, 2010

Outstanding and committed teachers, in a community that is diverse and embracing its diversity. A really healthy and stimulating place to be for kids.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 21, 2010

Great cultural diversity among students and stunningly effective PTSA. You rich girls sure know how to fundraise!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 11, 2010

Amazingly good public school with tremendous support from family, parents and the community, located in a tolerant, progressive, multicultural setting. This school represents 'real' America at its best.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 3, 2009

Stevens is very multicultural, serves a broad base ethnically and socially, and does it well. Stevens is a great asset to the neighborhood
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 11, 2009

Stevens is excellent. The community is genuinely diverse (social/econ) and deeply committed to the education of its children. The principal works very closely with the teachers and parents to make sure school needs are being prioritized and met. The PTA raises additional funds to fill the gaps that are mutually agreed upon by the parents and teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 12, 2008

Stevens is a very, very good school It has good economic and ethnic diversity. The PTSA raises significant money to support classroom education and other enrichment. The community is friendly and supportive.
—Submitted by a parent


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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.

48 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
82%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

48 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
92%
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.

55 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
70%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

55 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
63%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 61% in 2012.

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
57%
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.

65 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
66%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

65 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
77%
Science

The state average for Science was 66% in 2012.

65 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
47%
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 Students65%
Female69%
Male59%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White82%
Low income31%
Not low income81%
Special educationn/a
Not special education77%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students73%
Female77%
Male68%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White82%
Low income44%
Not low income88%
Special educationn/a
Not special education79%
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 Students62%
Female75%
Male52%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic64%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White76%
Low income48%
Not low income73%
Special education18%
Not special education73%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students77%
Female83%
Male71%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic79%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White91%
Low income60%
Not low income90%
Special education64%
Not special education80%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students65%
Female88%
Male48%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic64%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White76%
Low income44%
Not low income83%
Special education36%
Not special education73%
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 Students78%
Female84%
Male71%
Black54%
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White90%
Low income54%
Not low income95%
Special educationn/a
Not special education78%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students74%
Female84%
Male61%
Black46%
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White84%
Low income42%
Not low income95%
Special educationn/a
Not special education75%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students75%
Female78%
Male71%
Black54%
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White87%
Low income42%
Not low income97%
Special educationn/a
Not special education80%
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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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 53% 64%
Black 18% 6%
Hispanic 15% 16%
Asian/Pacific Islander 13% 9%
Native American 2% 3%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 32%N/A42%
Special education 15%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 14%N/A8%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 15N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 13N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 83%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010
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1242 18 Av East
Seattle, WA 98112
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Phone: (206) 252-3400

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