At a glance
Reported students
431
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
26.13
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
58th percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
416
West Mercer Elementary: 431 reported students.
State peer staffing position
66th percentile
16.5:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 428
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26.16
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.4:1
What the reported data says about West Mercer Elementary
West Mercer Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Mercer Island. It is one of 6 current school records connected to Mercer Island School District. NCES reports 431 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 58th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.5:1, close to the Washington median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (41.5%) and Asian (32.5%). English learners represent 5.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 6.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking West Mercer Elementary
- 1How do the reported 16.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 26.13 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 6.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 7.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White41.5%
- Hispanic8.1%
- Black2.8%
- Asian32.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial14.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Mercer Island School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lakeridge Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
401 reported students
Northwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
398 reported students
Island Park Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
364 reported students
Islander Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
960 reported students
Mercer Island High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,439 reported students
Public schools near West Mercer Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood Elementary School Elementary · Mercer Island School District | PK–05 | 398 | 0.4 mi |
| Island Park Elementary Elementary · Mercer Island School District | KG–05 | 364 | 1.3 mi |
| Enatai Elementary School Elementary · Bellevue School District | PK–05 | 518 | 2 mi |
| Orca K-8 School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | KG–08 | 278 | 2.4 mi |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | KG–05 | 393 | 2.5 mi |
| Graham Hill Elementary School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | PK–05 | 266 | 2.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about West Mercer Elementary
What grades does West Mercer Elementary serve?
West Mercer Elementary reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Mercer Island School District.
How many students attend West Mercer Elementary?
West Mercer Elementary reported 431 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 58th percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 428 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at West Mercer Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 16.5:1, based on 431 students and 26.13 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is West Mercer Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
West Mercer Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Mercer Island School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of West Mercer Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
7.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is West Mercer Elementary in?
West Mercer Elementary is part of Mercer Island School District, based in Mercer Island, WA, which operates 6 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near West Mercer Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Northwood Elementary School (0.4 mi), Island Park Elementary (1.3 mi), Enatai Elementary School (2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.