Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lake Stevens, WA, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of about 2 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School's student population of 554 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower and equip tomorrow's leaders, today.
School Rankings
Mt. Pilchuck 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 Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#611 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School is ranked #611 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School?
554 students attend Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School?
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School part of?
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School is part of Lake Stevens School District.
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