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Acme Elementary

Elementary School · Mount Baker School District

5200 TURKINGTON RD PO BOX 9, Acme, WA 98220

Enrollment

187

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,469 of 2,228

In district

#2 of 6

Mount Baker School District

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Acme Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Acme · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mount Baker Senior High

5.0/10

7.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Educational Resource Center

6.0/10

7.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Acme Elementary

Acme Elementary is a public elementary school in Acme, WA, part of Mount Baker School District. Acme Elementary serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Acme Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,469 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Acme Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 187 students, Acme Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Acme Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Acme Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-31.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.4 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-14.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,586
Chronic Absenteeism60.4%

Acme Elementary — Students at Acme Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.6% (2024 SBA)

Based on 36 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
26.3%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
20.2%
ELA
37.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.

How Acme Elementary Compares

See how Acme Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in WA
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.4%

Location

5200 TURKINGTON RD PO BOX 9, Acme, WA 98220

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Acme Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Sedro-Woolley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Silver Beach Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Bellingham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northern Heights Elementary Schl (rated 6.9/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Bellingham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Acme, see our Acme schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Baker Senior High Deming 7.4 mi 5.0
Educational Resource Center Deming 7.4 mi 6.0
Mount Baker Junior High Deming 7.4 mi 4.1
Mount Baker Academy Deming 7.4 mi
Samish Elementary School Sedro-Woolley 9.2 mi 3.8
Harmony Elementary Bellingham 9.2 mi 5.5
WHATCOM HILLS WALDORF SCHOOL Bellingham 8.8 mi 6.6
Geneva Elementary School Bellingham 9.1 mi 5.7
Evergreen Elementary School Sedro-Woolley 14.2 mi 6.5
Cascade Middle School Sedro-Woolley 14.3 mi 4.7
Kendall Elementary Maple Falls 14.0 mi 5.4
Silver Beach Elementary School Bellingham 10.1 mi 7.5
Good Beginnings Center Sedro-Woolley 14.7 mi 5.1
State Street High School Sedro-Woolley 14.9 mi 4.1
Central Elementary School Sedro-Woolley 15.1 mi 7.7
Mary Purcell Elementary School Sedro-Woolley 15.1 mi 5.7
Sedro Woolley Senior High School Sedro-Woolley 15.2 mi 3.7
Northern Heights Elementary Schl Bellingham 10.7 mi 6.9
Squalicum High School Bellingham 10.7 mi 6.4
Kulshan Middle School Bellingham 10.4 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,891

Median Home Value

$460,900

Population

558

College Educated

26.1%

Homeownership

87.4%

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

41.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Acme Elementary

What grades does Acme Elementary serve?

Acme Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Acme Elementary?

Acme Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Acme Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Acme Elementary is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Acme Elementary rank in WA?

Acme Elementary ranks #1,469 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Acme Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Acme Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Acme Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Acme Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Acme Elementary a charter school?

No, Acme Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Acme Elementary a Title I school?

No, Acme Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Acme Elementary?

52.9% of students at Acme Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Whatcom County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.4%

District

Mount Baker School District
District Enrollment
1,607
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,586
District Rank
#2 of 6

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