Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Oak Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Heights Elementary serves the northeast part of Lynnwood, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Heights Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Oak Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Heights Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1326 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
9%
Hispanic
28%
27%
Black
10%
5%
White
35%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Heights Elementary School is ranked #1326 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Oak Heights Elementary School?
526 students attend Oak Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Oak Heights Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Heights Elementary School?
Oak Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oak Heights Elementary School offer ?
Oak Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Heights Elementary School part of?
Oak Heights Elementary School is part of Edmonds School District.
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