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Evergreen Elementary School

Elementary School · Shelton School District

900 W. Franklin St., Shelton, WA 98584

Enrollment

438

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#2,106 of 2,228

In Shelton

#9 of 12

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Shelton School District

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Evergreen Elementary School

3.7/10

Elementary School in Shelton · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.0/10

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About Evergreen Elementary School

Evergreen Elementary School is a public elementary school in Shelton, WA, part of Shelton School District. Evergreen Elementary School serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Evergreen Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,106 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Evergreen Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.5
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Evergreen Elementary School 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 Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.3% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.9% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-39.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-32.5 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,578
Chronic Absenteeism44.1%

Evergreen Elementary School — Students at Evergreen Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 23.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.3% (2024 SBA)

Based on 30 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
29%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
30%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
13%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
13%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
9.8%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
12.4%
ELA
15.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.

How Evergreen Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
6th percentile in WA
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

900 W. Franklin St., Shelton, WA 98584

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Evergreen Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grapeview Elementary & Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Grapeview), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southside Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bordeaux Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shelton, see our Shelton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Choice Middle and High School Shelton 0.1 mi 4.0
Mason County Detention Center Shelton 0.2 mi
Shelton Open Doors Shelton 0.4 mi
Cedar High School Shelton 1.0 mi 7.4
Mountain View Elementary Shelton 1.0 mi 5.5
Olympic Middle School Shelton 1.0 mi 3.3
Bordeaux Elementary School Shelton 1.1 mi 7.3
Oakland Bay Junior High School Shelton 1.3 mi 3.0
Shelton High School Shelton 1.6 mi 2.8
MASON COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shelton 1.7 mi 5.6
SHELTON VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shelton 1.5 mi
Southside Elementary Shelton 2.8 mi 7.5
Pioneer Middle School Shelton 5.8 mi 6.2
Pioneer Elementary School Shelton 5.9 mi 3.7
Hood Canal Elementary School Shelton 8.5 mi 7.3
Griffin School Olympia 10.2 mi 6.8
McLane Elementary School Olympia 13.3 mi 6.5
Julia Butler Hansen Elementary Olympia 12.9 mi 6.2
Grapeview Elementary & Middle School Grapeview 11.6 mi 8.0
Thurgood Marshall Middle School Olympia 12.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98584 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,149

Median Home Value

$365,200

Median Rent

$1,250/mo

Population

40,036

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

41.3

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Elmhurst Elementary School Tacoma, WA 3.7
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Grant Elementary Ephrata, WA 3.7
Lucille Umbarger Elementary Burlington, WA 3.7
Pioneer Elementary School Shelton, WA 3.7
Honey Dew Elementary Renton, WA 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Evergreen Elementary School

What grades does Evergreen Elementary School serve?

Evergreen Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Evergreen Elementary School?

Evergreen Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Evergreen Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Evergreen Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Evergreen Elementary School rank in WA?

Evergreen Elementary School ranks #2,106 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Evergreen Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Evergreen Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Evergreen Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Evergreen Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Evergreen Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Evergreen Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Evergreen Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

82.9% of students at Evergreen Elementary School 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
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Mason County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.1%

District

Shelton School District
District Enrollment
4,527
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,578
District Rank
#5 of 8

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