Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Salem Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Salem Woods Elementary School serves the northeast part of Monroe, WA, covering an area of approximately 15.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salem Woods Elementary School's student population of 516 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
Campus Size
14 acres
School Rankings
Salem Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Woods Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#174 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
69%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Salem Woods Elementary School is ranked #174 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Salem Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Salem Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chain Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Salem Woods Elementary School?
516 students attend Salem Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Salem Woods Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem Woods Elementary School?
Salem Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Salem Woods Elementary School offer ?
Salem Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salem Woods Elementary School part of?
Salem Woods Elementary School is part of Monroe School District.
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