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#156 of 2,225 schools in WA

Top 7% in state

Chase Lake Elementary

Elementary School · Edmonds School District

21603 84TH AVE W, Edmonds, WA 98020

Enrollment

387

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Edmonds

#2 of 7

public schools

Washington elementary schools

#148 of 1,202

In district

#3 of 36

Edmonds School District

Equity

8.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Chase Lake Elementary

Chase Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in Edmonds, WA, part of the Edmonds School District. The school serves approximately 387 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 93rd percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 46% proficiency in math, 1 points above the state average and 41% in reading/language arts, 9 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $122,243, where 60% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.92 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70%
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.5%
Math vs. State Avg+18.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency56%
Expected (poverty-adj.)40%
vs. Expected+16.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,670

Chase Lake Elementary — Students at Chase Lake Elementary score 56% 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 45.6%
School
State
44.3%
ELA Proficiency 40.8%
School
State
49.6%

Based on 15 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2022
ELA
37%
2024
Math
45.3%
ELA
40.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Chase Lake Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
93th percentile in WA
Academic
8.8/10
8.8/10
Growth
8.3/10
Above average
Environment
8.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers

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 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lynnwood), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sherwood Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 5.1
SOLOMON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Edmonds 0.9 mi 4.4
Edmonds eLearning Academy Lynnwood 0.7 mi 2.5
College Place Middle School Lynnwood 0.7 mi 4.0
Maplewood Parent Coop Edmonds 1.0 mi 6.5
College Place Elementary Lynnwood 0.9 mi 5.3
Westgate Elementary Edmonds 0.9 mi 6.6
Contracted Schools Lynnwood 1.1 mi
Edmonds Career Access Program Lynnwood 1.2 mi 6.3
Madrona K-8 School Edmonds 1.5 mi 7.0
Seaview Elementary Edmonds 1.7 mi 8.8
Edmonds Elementary Edmonds 1.4 mi 6.4
Lynndale Elementary Lynnwood 1.7 mi 6.5
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 3.5
SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL Lynnwood 1.7 mi 7.6
Sherwood Elementary Edmonds 1.6 mi 7.3
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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Chase Lake Elementary has a median household income of $122,243. It is a well-educated community where 60% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $959,200, with a median rent of $1,894/month. The local poverty rate of 3.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Alpine Lakes Elementary Leavenworth, WA 8.6
Bryant Elementary School Seattle, WA 8.6
Cascadia Elementary Seattle, WA 8.6
Helen Haller Elementary School Sequim, WA 8.6
Longfellow Elementary Spokane, WA 8.6
Meriwether Elementary School Jblm Lewis North, WA 8.6

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 is ranked #156 out of 2,225 schools in WA.

What is Chase Lake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Chase Lake Elementary has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Chase Lake Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Chase Lake Elementary has 45.6% math proficiency and 40.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
High (3,263/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Edmonds). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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