Below Average
#2024 of 2,228 schools in WA
Bay View Elementary
Elementary School · Burlington-Edison School District
15241 JOSH WILSON RD, Burlington, WA 98233
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#2,024 of 2,228
In Burlington
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Burlington-Edison School District
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Bay View Elementary
Elementary School in Burlington · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bay View Elementary
Bay View Elementary is a public elementary school in Burlington, WA, part of Burlington-Edison School District. Bay View Elementary serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Bay View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,024 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Bay View Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Bay View 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.
39% of students at Bay View Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bay View Elementary — Students at Bay View Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 41 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.9/10.
How Bay View Elementary Compares
See how Bay View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
15241 JOSH WILSON RD, Burlington, WA 98233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bay View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edison Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Edison), which scores notably higher. Another option is West View Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Madison Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Allen Elementary Bow | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Edison Elementary Edison | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
| West View Elementary Burlington | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SALISH SEA DEAF SCHOOL Burlington | 3.7 mi | — |
| Burlington Edison High School Burlington | 3.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Burlington-Edison Alternative School Burlington | 3.7 mi | — |
| BECC Burlington | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Washington Elementary School Mount Vernon | 5.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Lucille Umbarger Elementary Burlington | 4.8 mi | 3.7 |
| SKAGIT ADVENTIST ACADEMY Burlington | 4.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Madison Elementary Mount Vernon | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Skagit County Detention Center Mount Vernon | 6.1 mi | — |
| Mount Vernon Special Ed Mount Vernon | 6.2 mi | 5.0 |
| MOUNT VERNON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 6.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Mount Vernon High School Mount Vernon | 6.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Skagit Academy Mount Vernon | 6.7 mi | 5.9 |
| FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 6.1 mi | 4.1 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION REGIONAL SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 6.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Northwest Career & Technical Academy/A WA Skills Center Mount Vernon | 5.9 mi | — |
| La Conner High School La Conner | 7.2 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,560
Median Home Value
$466,300
Median Rent
$1,567/mo
Population
17,703
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
39.4
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|---|---|
| Cedar Valley Community School Lynnwood, WA | 4.0 |
| Hazel Valley Elementary Burien, WA | 4.0 |
| Marcus Whitman-Cowiche Elementary Cowiche, WA | 4.0 |
| Marshall Elementary Marysville, WA | 4.0 |
| Meredith Hill Elementary School Auburn, WA | 4.0 |
| Renton Park Elementary School Renton, WA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bay View Elementary
What grades does Bay View Elementary serve?
Bay View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bay View Elementary?
Bay View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bay View Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bay View Elementary rank in WA?
Bay View Elementary ranks #2,024 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Bay View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bay View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Bay View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bay View Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bay View Elementary a charter school?
No, Bay View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bay View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bay View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay View Elementary?
53.0% of students at Bay View 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Skagit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.2%
- Phone
- (360) 757-3322
Resources & Links
District
Burlington-Edison School District- District Enrollment
- 3,336
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,773
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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