Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School's student population of 531 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#1145 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
9%
Hispanic
27%
25%
Black
8%
5%
White
31%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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 Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School's ranking?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School is ranked #1145 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School often compared to?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Heights Elementary School, Lakeland Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School?
531 students attend Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School offer ?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School part of?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School is part of Auburn School District.
In what neighborhood is Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School located?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School is located in the Lea Hill neighborhood of Auburn, WA. There are 4 other public schools located in Lea Hill.
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