Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maltby 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Maltby Elementary serves the southwest part of Snohomish, WA, covering an area of approximately 16.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maltby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Maltby Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
Campus Size
9 acres
School Rankings
Maltby 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 Maltby 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
#390 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
77%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maltby Elementary School's ranking?
Maltby Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Maltby Elementary School often compared to?
Maltby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cathcart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Maltby Elementary School?
334 students attend Maltby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Maltby Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maltby Elementary School?
Maltby Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maltby Elementary School offer ?
Maltby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maltby Elementary School part of?
Maltby Elementary School is part of Monroe School District.
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