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Chase Lake Elementary

Elementary School · Edmonds School District

21603 84TH AVE W, Edmonds, WA 98020

Enrollment

387

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,278 of 2,228

In Edmonds

#9 of 12

public schools

In district

#19 of 36

Edmonds School District

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Chase Lake Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Edmonds · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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About Chase Lake Elementary

Chase Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in Edmonds, WA, part of Edmonds School District. Chase Lake Elementary serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Chase Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,278 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Chase Lake Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Chase Lake 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.8% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.5% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-12 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,710
Chronic Absenteeism31.5%

Chase Lake Elementary — Students at Chase Lake Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 52.2% (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
57%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
39.2%
ELA
40.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.

How Chase Lake Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in WA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

Location

21603 84TH AVE W, Edmonds, WA 98020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chase Lake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seaview Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edmonds Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maplewood Parent Coop (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edmonds, see our Edmonds schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Edmonds Woodway High School Edmonds 0.4 mi 5.8
SOLOMON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Edmonds 0.9 mi 4.4
Edmonds eLearning Academy Lynnwood 0.7 mi 2.7
College Place Middle School Lynnwood 0.7 mi 5.9
Maplewood Parent Coop Edmonds 1.0 mi 8.2
College Place Elementary Lynnwood 0.9 mi 5.3
Westgate Elementary Edmonds 0.9 mi 8.1
Contracted Schools Lynnwood 1.1 mi
Edmonds Career Access Program Lynnwood 1.2 mi 8.3
Madrona K-8 School Edmonds 1.5 mi 7.3
Seaview Elementary Edmonds 1.7 mi 9.0
Edmonds Elementary Edmonds 1.4 mi 9.0
Lynndale Elementary Lynnwood 1.7 mi 6.9
HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Edmonds 1.5 mi 5.9
OLYMPIC VIEW MONTESSORI Edmonds 1.9 mi
Scriber Lake High School Edmonds 1.6 mi 5.5
Edmonds Heights K-12 Edmonds 1.6 mi 5.1
SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL Lynnwood 1.7 mi 7.6
Sherwood Elementary Edmonds 1.6 mi 8.1
STELLA MARIS ACADEMY Edmonds 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,243

Median Home Value

$959,200

Median Rent

$1,894/mo

Population

19,064

College Educated

59.9%

Homeownership

75.4%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Median Age

51.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chase Lake Elementary

What grades does Chase Lake Elementary serve?

Chase Lake Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Chase Lake Elementary?

Chase Lake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chase Lake Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Chase Lake Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chase Lake Elementary rank in WA?

Chase Lake Elementary ranks #1,278 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Chase Lake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Chase Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Chase Lake Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chase Lake Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Chase Lake Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Chase Lake Elementary a Title I school?

No, Chase Lake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

58.7% of students at Chase Lake 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
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Snohomish County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

District

Edmonds School District
District Enrollment
20,755
Schools in District
38
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,710
District Rank
#19 of 36

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