BEACON HILL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Beacon Hill International School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Seattle School District No. 1 school district, located in SEATTLE, WA with about 416 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 26 teachers, Beacon Hill International School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Beacon Hill International School, located in the historic Beacon Hill neighborhood of Seattle, is a distinctive public K-5 institution within the Seattle Public Schools district. The school is widely recognized for its robust Spanish Dual Language Immersion program, which allows students to develop high levels of proficiency in both English and Spanish while achieving academic excellence across the core curriculum. By fostering a bilingual and biliterate environment, the school emphasizes cross-cultural competence and global awareness as central pillars of its educational philosophy.

Beyond its language immersion focus, Beacon Hill International is known for its diverse and inclusive community, which celebrates the varied cultural backgrounds of its students. The school actively encourages parent and community involvement to support a holistic learning experience that balances rigorous academics with social-emotional development. With a commitment to preparing students to be thoughtful, engaged citizens in a global society, the school provides an enrichment-focused setting that encourages critical thinking, curiosity, and respect for diversity.

For more information, contact Beacon Hill International School at (206) 252-2700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.