Serving 367 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arthur Jacobsen Elementary serves the north part of Auburn, WA, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families in the zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 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 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1137 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
32%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
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 #1137 out of 2,088 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 Lakeland Hills Elementary School, Evergreen Heights Elementary School, Lea Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
367 students attend Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 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 17:1.
What grades does Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School offer ?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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