Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Challenge Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WA
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Challenge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Challenge Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Challenge Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Challenge Elementary School is 0.68, which is less 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
#1 out of 2113 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
45%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Challenge Elementary School's ranking?
Challenge Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Challenge Elementary School often compared to?
Challenge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terrace Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Challenge Elementary School?
413 students attend Challenge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Challenge Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What grades does Challenge Elementary School offer ?
Challenge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Challenge Elementary School part of?
Challenge Elementary School is part of Edmonds School District.
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