Serving 39 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Skykomish Elementary School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Skykomish Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Skykomish, WA, encompassing approximately 380.4 square miles. Families may typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skykomish Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Skykomish Elementary School's student population of 39 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Skykomish Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skykomish Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#879 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
82%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.2%
34.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skykomish Elementary School's ranking?
Skykomish Elementary School is ranked #879 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Skykomish Elementary School?
39 students attend Skykomish Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Skykomish Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skykomish Elementary School?
Skykomish Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Skykomish Elementary School offer ?
Skykomish Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skykomish Elementary School part of?
Skykomish Elementary School is part of Skykomish School District.
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