Edmonds School District
School District · Lynnwood, Washington
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
37
24 elem, 4 mid, 7 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,710
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
37
24 elem, 4 mid, 7 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,710
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Evaluating Edmonds School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Edmonds School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Seaview Elementary
Edmonds · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Edmonds Elementary
Edmonds · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Terrace Park Elementary
Mtlk Terrace · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Washington rank
#95 of 233
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Washington avg
Per-pupil spending
$18,710
+$986 vs Washington median
District size
20,755 students
Much larger than Washington median
The short answer
Edmonds School District ranks #95 of 233 Washington districts by overall school rating. Edmonds School District's schools with real test data average 6.5/10 across 35 schools. Its top-rated schools are Seaview Elementary (9.0/10), Edmonds Elementary (9.0/10), and Terrace Park Elementary (8.9/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Rates 8.3/10 despite 46% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Edmonds School District schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +10.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Edmonds School District schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Edmonds School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (35 of 37). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seaview Elementary | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Edmonds Elementary | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Terrace Park Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Hilltop Elementary | 8.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Brier Elementary | 8.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Edmonds Career Access Program | 8.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Maplewood Parent Coop | 8.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Westgate Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Sherwood Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Challenge Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
See all 37 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Edmonds School District
Edmonds School District is a Lynnwood, Washington school district serving 37 schools. The district educates 20,755 students with a student-teacher ratio of 18.4:1. The district invests $18,710 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.4/10, Edmonds School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Seaview Elementary, which has a composite score of 9.0/10.
In standardized testing, Edmonds School District students show an average math proficiency of 51.9% and ELA proficiency of 61.9%.
The district includes 24 elementary schools , 4 middle schools , and 7 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Edmonds School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Edmonds School District with test data.
Schools in Edmonds School District
37 schools Elementary Schools 24
Middle Schools 4
High Schools 7
Other Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Washington
- City
- Lynnwood
- Total Enrollment
- 20,755
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1,129
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Edmonds School District?
Edmonds School District has 37 schools in total — 24 elementary, 4 middle, and 7 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Edmonds School District?
The average composite rating for Edmonds School District is 6.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Edmonds School District?
Edmonds School District spends $18,710 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Edmonds School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Edmonds School District is 18.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Edmonds School District?
Seaview Elementary is the highest-rated school in Edmonds School District with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What are the test scores in Edmonds School District?
Across schools in Edmonds School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 51.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 61.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Edmonds School District compare to other districts in Washington?
Edmonds School District has an average school rating of 6.4/10 across 37 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Washington by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 51.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 61.9%
Resources
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in WA
Compare Edmonds School District with neighboring districts in the state.
- Seattle School District No. 1 (109)
- Spokane School District (69)
- Tacoma School District (69)
- Lake Washington School District (57)
- Federal Way School District (46)
- Kent School District (46)
- Vancouver School District (45)
- Highline School District (43)
- Northshore School District (40)
- Bethel School District (39)
- Evergreen School District (clark) (39)
- Puyallup School District (37)
- Clover Park School District (33)
- Everett School District (33)
- Kennewick School District (33)
- Central Valley School District (32)
- Renton School District (31)
- Bellevue School District (30)
- Issaquah School District (30)
- Pasco School District (29)
- Yakima School District (29)
- Auburn School District (26)
- Bellingham School District (25)
- Marysville School District (24)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.