Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Utsalady Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Utsalady Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Utsalady Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Utsalady 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 Utsalady Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#754 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
76%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Utsalady Elementary School's ranking?
Utsalady Elementary School is ranked #754 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Utsalady Elementary School often compared to?
Utsalady Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elger Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Utsalady Elementary School?
413 students attend Utsalady Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Utsalady Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Utsalady Elementary School?
Utsalady Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Utsalady Elementary School offer ?
Utsalady Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Utsalady Elementary School part of?
Utsalady Elementary School is part of Stanwood-Camano School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 8/25/2023
Utsalady Elementary School is a very awesome school with very kind and caring staff. I love how Utsalady encourages students to help out everyone. it is very good that students can help in transitional kinder special education and more. Thank you Utsalady staff!!!
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