Serving 609 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Margaret Mead Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Margaret Mead Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Margaret Mead Elementary School's student population of 609 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
Margaret Mead Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Margaret Mead Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#30 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
45%
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
40%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Margaret Mead Elementary School's ranking?
Margaret Mead Elementary School is ranked #30 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Margaret Mead Elementary School?
609 students attend Margaret Mead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Margaret Mead Elementary School students are Asian, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Margaret Mead Elementary School?
Margaret Mead Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Margaret Mead Elementary School offer ?
Margaret Mead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Margaret Mead Elementary School part of?
Margaret Mead Elementary School is part of Lake Washington School District.
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