Serving 658 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Challenger Elementary serves the northeast part of Everett, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 2.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Challenger Elementary School's student population of 658 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
658 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Challenger 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 Challenger Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1613 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
41%
27%
Black
9%
5%
White
29%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
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 #1613 out of 2,088 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Challenger Elementary School?
658 students attend Challenger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Challenger Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Challenger Elementary School?
Challenger Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Challenger Elementary School offer ?
Challenger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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