Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Island View Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Island View Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Anacortes school district, covering approximately 139.4 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Island View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Island View Elementary School's student population of 453 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Island View Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Island View Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#373 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
76%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island View Elementary School's ranking?
Island View Elementary School is ranked #373 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Island View Elementary School often compared to?
Island View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Erie Elementary School, Fidalgo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Island View Elementary School?
453 students attend Island View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Island View Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Island View Elementary School?
Island View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Island View Elementary School offer ?
Island View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Island View Elementary School part of?
Island View Elementary School is part of Anacortes School District.
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