Briarcrest Elementary

2715 N.E. 158th Street
Shoreline, WA 98155

454 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Briarcrest Elementary School is a public school located in the Shoreline School District in Shoreline, Washington. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is recognized for its diverse student body and its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to balance rigorous academic standards with the social-emotional development of its students. Its location in a suburban neighborhood provides a community-focused atmosphere where staff and families work collaboratively to support student success.

Beyond its core curriculum, Briarcrest is known for offering various programs designed to meet the unique needs of its learners, including specialized support services and enrichment opportunities. The school places a strong value on community involvement and parent engagement, often hosting events that strengthen the bond between the school and the surrounding Shoreline area. By focusing on creating a safe, equitable, and supportive environment, Briarcrest Elementary strives to prepare its students for middle school while nurturing a lifelong love of learning.

454

Total Students

28.1

Full-Time Teachers

16.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

35.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Briarcrest Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	191
Hispanic	110
Black	42
Asian	60
Two or More	48
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
191 (42.2%)
Hispanic
110 (24.3%)
Asian
60 (13.2%)
Two or More
48 (10.6%)
Black
42 (9.3%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

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:	Shoreline School District
Phone:	(206)393-4170
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	454
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	28.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	120
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	43

* 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 57

Grade 1 74

Grade 2 82

Grade 3 75

Grade 4 75

Grade 5 91