Serving 574 students in grades 1-5, Challenger Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Challenger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Challenger Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Challenger Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Challenger Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1259 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
37%
25%
Black
8%
5%
White
32%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Challenger Elementary School's ranking?
Challenger Elementary School is ranked #1259 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Challenger Elementary School?
574 students attend Challenger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Challenger Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Challenger Elementary School?
Challenger Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Challenger Elementary School offer ?
Challenger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Challenger Elementary School part of?
Challenger Elementary School is part of Mukilteo School District.
In what neighborhood is Challenger Elementary School located?
Challenger Elementary School is located in the Holly neighborhood of Everett, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Holly.
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