West Hills S.T.E.M. Academy
313 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
West Hills S.T.E.M. Academy, located in Bremerton, Washington, is a specialized public elementary school within the Bremerton School District that centers its curriculum on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The school is known for its hands-on, project-based learning environment, which encourages students to develop critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. By integrating STEM principles across all subjects, the academy aims to prepare students for a rapidly evolving workforce while fostering a deep curiosity about the world around them.
The school community is characterized by a strong emphasis on inclusivity and student engagement. Beyond the core academic subjects, West Hills provides various enrichment opportunities and technology-focused initiatives that allow students to explore modern innovations in a supportive setting. By partnering with families and the local community, the academy strives to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application, ensuring that students are not only academically proficient but also equipped with the technical literacy needed to succeed in their future education and careers.
The school community is characterized by a strong emphasis on inclusivity and student engagement. Beyond the core academic subjects, West Hills provides various enrichment opportunities and technology-focused initiatives that allow students to explore modern innovations in a supportive setting. By partnering with families and the local community, the academy strives to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application, ensuring that students are not only academically proficient but also equipped with the technical literacy needed to succeed in their future education and careers.
313
Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 140 |
| Hispanic | 91 |
| Black | 15 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More | 48 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 5 |
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White140 (44.7 %)
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Hispanic91 (29.1 %)
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Two or More48 (15.3 %)
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Black15 (4.8 %)
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Asian11 (3.5 %)
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Pacific Islander5 (1.6 %)
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American Indian3 (1.0 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Bremerton School District |
| Phone: | (360)473-4600 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 313 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 26.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 172 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 28 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
8
Kindergarten
59
Grade 1
54
Grade 2
42
Grade 3
50
Grade 4
48
Grade 5
43
Grade 6
1
Grade 7
2
Grade 8
6
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 8 |
| Kindergarten | 59 |
| Grade 1 | 54 |
| Grade 2 | 42 |
| Grade 3 | 50 |
| Grade 4 | 48 |
| Grade 5 | 43 |
| Grade 6 | 1 |
| Grade 7 | 2 |
| Grade 8 | 6 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 155 | 49.5% |
| Male | 158 | 50.5% |
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