Boston Harbor Elementary

178 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Boston Harbor Elementary, located in the scenic waterfront community of Olympia, Washington, serves as a focal point for its surrounding neighborhood. As part of the Olympia School District, the school is well-regarded for its tight-knit, community-oriented atmosphere. Its location near the Puget Sound offers a unique environment where the natural landscape is often integrated into the student experience, fostering a sense of stewardship and appreciation for the local ecosystem.

The school is characterized by a strong emphasis on academic achievement and a collaborative culture involving students, dedicated staff, and highly involved parents. By prioritizing a well-rounded education that balances core subjects with social-emotional development, Boston Harbor Elementary seeks to prepare students for middle school while maintaining a supportive and inclusive climate. Its identity is deeply rooted in the "small-town" feel of the Boston Harbor area, making it a cornerstone of the local community.

178

Total Students

10.6

Full-Time Teachers

16.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

18.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Boston Harbor Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	117
Hispanic	18
Asian	5
Two or More	21

White
117 (72.7%)
Two or More
21 (13.0%)
Hispanic
18 (11.2%)
Asian
5 (3.1%)

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:	Olympia School District
Phone:	(360)596-6200
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	178
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	10.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	27
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	5

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 27

Grade 1 25

Grade 2 30

Grade 3 35

Grade 4 23

Grade 5 38