GREGORY HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Gregory Heights Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Highline School District school district, located in Burien, WA with about 656 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 34 teachers, Gregory Heights Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Gregory Heights Elementary, located in Burien, Washington, is a vibrant public school serving students in the Highline Public Schools district. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment that prioritizes the academic, social, and emotional growth of its diverse student body. By utilizing a curriculum focused on both core subjects and enrichment, the school strives to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond, while maintaining strong connections with the surrounding local community.

Beyond its academic program, Gregory Heights places a significant emphasis on building a supportive school culture. The staff works closely with families to ensure that every student feels valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. With its convenient location in the heart of Burien, the school serves as a central hub for neighborhood families, often hosting programs and initiatives designed to enhance student engagement and promote a collaborative partnership between educators and parents.

For more information, contact Gregory Heights Elementary at (206) 631-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

16216 19th Ave SW
Burien, WA 98166-2799
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GREGORY HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Burien, WA with about 656 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
656
Teachers:
34.76
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 656 students

White
41.5%
Hispanic/Latino
33.2%
Asian
9.6%
Black or African American
7.6%
Two or more races
4.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%

Female
46.3%
Male
53.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.