Serving 1,491 students in grades 9-12, Meadowdale High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadowdale High School serves the northwest part of Lynnwood, WA, covering an area of approximately 9.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meadowdale High School's student population of 1,491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,491 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1963
School Rankings
Meadowdale High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowdale High School is 0.71, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#536 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
45%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
89%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Mavericks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowdale High School's ranking?
Meadowdale High School is ranked #536 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Meadowdale High School often compared to?
Meadowdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edmonds Woodway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meadowdale High School?
The graduation rate of Meadowdale High School is 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Meadowdale High School?
1,491 students attend Meadowdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Meadowdale High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadowdale High School?
Meadowdale High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meadowdale High School offer ?
Meadowdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadowdale High School part of?
Meadowdale High School is part of Edmonds School District.
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