Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Totem Falls ranks in the top 20% 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 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Totem Falls serves the southwest part of Snohomish, WA, covering an attendance area of approximately 1 square mile. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Totem Falls ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Totem Falls's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Rankings
Totem Falls ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Totem Falls is 0.59, 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
#336 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
19%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
60%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Totem Falls's ranking?
Totem Falls is ranked #336 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Totem Falls often compared to?
Totem Fallsis often viewed alongside schools like Little Cedars Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Totem Falls?
412 students attend Totem Falls.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Totem Falls students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Totem Falls?
Totem Falls has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Totem Falls offer ?
Totem Falls offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Totem Falls part of?
Totem Falls is part of Snohomish School District.
In what neighborhood is Totem Falls located?
Totem Falls is located in the Silver Firs neighborhood of Snohomish, WA.
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