Serving 443 students in grades 1-5, Mountain Meadow 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 81% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain Meadow Elementary serves the northwest part of Buckley, WA, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Meadow 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
Mountain Meadow Elementary School's student population of 443 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Meadow 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 Mountain Meadow Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#62 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Meadow Elementary School's ranking?
Mountain Meadow Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mountain Meadow Elementary School often compared to?
Mountain Meadow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lowell Elementary School, Wilkeson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mountain Meadow Elementary School?
443 students attend Mountain Meadow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mountain Meadow Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Meadow Elementary School?
Mountain Meadow Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mountain Meadow Elementary School offer ?
Mountain Meadow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Meadow Elementary School part of?
Mountain Meadow Elementary School is part of White River School District.
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