Serving 376 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elger Bay 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elger Bay Elementary serves the southwest part of Camano Island, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 17.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elger Bay Elementary School's student population of 376 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Elger Bay 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 Elger Bay Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#1556 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
77%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elger Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Elger Bay Elementary School is ranked #1556 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Elger Bay Elementary School often compared to?
Elger Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Utsalady Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Elger Bay Elementary School?
376 students attend Elger Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Elger Bay Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elger Bay Elementary School?
Elger Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elger Bay Elementary School offer ?
Elger Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elger Bay Elementary School part of?
Elger Bay Elementary School is part of Stanwood-Camano School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of school for Kindergarten
September 08, 2026 (Tuesday)
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