BOW LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bow Lake Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Highline School District school district, located in SeaTac, WA with about 720 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, Bow Lake Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bow Lake Elementary, located in the Highline Public Schools district in SeaTac, Washington, serves a diverse student population in a vibrant, multicultural community. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. By leveraging a variety of instructional strategies, the staff works to ensure that students from various backgrounds receive the support they need to succeed, often focusing on closing equity gaps and building strong partnerships with local families.

Beyond its core curriculum, Bow Lake Elementary places a strong value on community engagement and building a sense of belonging. The school environment is characterized by its dedication to providing a safe and nurturing space where students are encouraged to explore their potential. With its strategic location near the Sea-Tac airport corridor, the school reflects the unique cultural landscape of the region, striving to prepare its students to be thoughtful, collaborative, and capable learners in an increasingly interconnected world.

For more information, contact Bow Lake Elementary at (206) 631-3500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.