For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,419 students in the neighborhood of Holly, Everett, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Holly are Challenger Elementary School, Explorer Middle School and Special Services. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Holly, Everett, WA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in the neighborhood of Holly, Everett, WA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Challenger Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9600 Holly Drive
Everett, WA 98204
(425) 366-2500
Everett, WA 98204
(425) 366-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Explorer Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9600 Sharon Drive
Everett, WA 98204
(425) 366-5000
Everett, WA 98204
(425) 366-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Special Services
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9600 Sharon Drive
Everett, WA 98204
(425) 356-1277
Everett, WA 98204
(425) 356-1277
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of Holly, Everett, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of Holly, Everett, WA include Challenger Elementary School, Explorer Middle School and Special Services.
How many public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Holly, Everett?
3 public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Holly, Everett.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Holly, Everett?
the neighborhood of Holly, Everett public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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