Columbia Elementary School

10520 Harbour Pointe Blvd
Mukilteo, WA 98275
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Columbia Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 593 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 30% in WA
  • : 52% (Top 30%)
  • : 63% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Columbia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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School Overview

Columbia Elementary School's student population of 593 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

School Rankings

Columbia Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Elementary School is 0.72, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#496 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
52%
40%
63%
53%
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
7%
5%
White
45%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
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 Columbia Elementary School's ranking?
Columbia Elementary School is ranked #496 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Columbia Elementary School often compared to?
Columbia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Endeavour Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Columbia Elementary School?
593 students attend Columbia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Columbia Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Elementary School?
Columbia Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Columbia Elementary School offer ?
Columbia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Elementary School part of?
Columbia Elementary School is part of Mukilteo School District.

School Reviews

5   5/24/2010
Advanced academics and student envolvement begin in kindergarten at Columbia. Kids of all grades are encouraged to participate in Science fair, chess club and spelling bees. My son is in 2nd grade - unfortunately we are moving out of state - this school will be hard to beat.
- Posted by Parent - deskw

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 593 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 52% (Top 30%)
  • : 63% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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