JOHN STANFORD INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

John Stanford International School is a public elementary school that is part of the Seattle School District No. 1 school district, located in SEATTLE, WA with about 452 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 24 teachers, John Stanford International School 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.

John Stanford International School (JSIS), located in the Wallingford neighborhood of Seattle, is a distinctive public elementary school renowned for its dual-language immersion programs. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school provides a unique educational environment where students spend half of their day learning in English and the other half in either Spanish or Japanese. This immersion model is designed not only to foster bilingualism and biliteracy but also to develop high levels of cultural competency, preparing students to be effective, empathetic citizens in an increasingly interconnected global society.

Beyond its language curriculum, JSIS is characterized by a strong sense of community and a commitment to academic excellence. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning that integrates global perspectives across all subjects, encouraging students to think critically about diverse cultures and world issues. With a highly active parent community and a reputation for fostering an inclusive, inquiry-based atmosphere, John Stanford International School is widely recognized as a standout choice within the Seattle Public Schools district for families seeking an international and linguistically enriched elementary education.

For more information, contact John Stanford International School at (206) 252-6080 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.