Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Michael Anderson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Michael Anderson Elementary serves the northeast part of its school district in Fairchild Air Force Base, WA, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 2.9 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michael Anderson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Michael Anderson Elementary School's student population of 459 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day.
School Rankings
Michael Anderson Elementary 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 Michael Anderson Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#457 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael Anderson Elementary School's ranking?
Michael Anderson Elementary School is ranked #457 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Michael Anderson Elementary School?
459 students attend Michael Anderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Michael Anderson Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Michael Anderson Elementary School?
Michael Anderson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Michael Anderson Elementary School offer ?
Michael Anderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Michael Anderson Elementary School part of?
Michael Anderson Elementary School is part of Medical Lake School District.
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