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Frank Wagner Elementary

Elementary School · Monroe School District

115 Dickinson Rd., Monroe, WA 98272

Enrollment

543

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,286 of 2,228

In Monroe

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

Monroe School District

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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6.0/10

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About Frank Wagner Elementary

Frank Wagner Elementary is a public elementary school in Monroe, WA, part of Monroe School District. Frank Wagner Elementary serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Frank Wagner Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,286 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Frank Wagner Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Frank Wagner 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.

47% of students at Frank Wagner 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 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
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.2% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.5% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-28.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.9 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,142
Chronic Absenteeism47.1%

Frank Wagner Elementary — Students at Frank Wagner Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 22.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 32.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
33%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
18.6%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
23.1%
ELA
26.4%

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

How Frank Wagner Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in WA
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

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

115 Dickinson Rd., Monroe, WA 98272

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frank Wagner Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Salem Woods Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cherry Valley Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Duvall), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dutch Hill Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Snohomish), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monroe, see our Monroe schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MONROE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Monroe 0.1 mi 4.0
LITTLE DOVES PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Monroe 0.1 mi
MONROE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Monroe 0.2 mi 3.9
Sky Valley Education Center Monroe 0.3 mi 4.5
SKY VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Monroe 0.4 mi 6.5
Park Place Middle School Monroe 0.4 mi 5.9
Out Of District Special Ed Monroe 0.6 mi
Monroe Special Ed Preschool Monroe 0.6 mi
Leaders In Learning Monroe 1.4 mi 6.8
Monroe High School Monroe 1.5 mi 5.6
Fryelands Elementary Monroe 1.5 mi 6.6
Chain Lake Elementary School Snohomish 2.5 mi 6.9
Salem Woods Elementary School Monroe 2.7 mi 9.2
Dutch Hill Elementary Snohomish 5.8 mi 7.3
Cherry Valley Elementary School Duvall 7.4 mi 8.3
HILLSIDE ACADEMY Duvall 7.5 mi 5.2
Timbercrest Middle School Woodinville 6.9 mi 7.5
Cedarcrest High School Duvall 8.3 mi 6.0
Valley View Middle School Snohomish 5.7 mi 6.9
Central Emerson Elementary Snohomish 6.9 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98272 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,894

Median Home Value

$638,300

Median Rent

$1,902/mo

Population

32,055

College Educated

28.5%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frank Wagner Elementary

What grades does Frank Wagner Elementary serve?

Frank Wagner Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Frank Wagner Elementary?

Frank Wagner Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frank Wagner Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Frank Wagner Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frank Wagner Elementary rank in WA?

Frank Wagner Elementary ranks #1,286 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Frank Wagner Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Frank Wagner 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 Frank Wagner Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frank Wagner Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Frank Wagner Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Frank Wagner Elementary a Title I school?

No, Frank Wagner Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

72.4% of students at Frank Wagner 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Snohomish County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

District

Monroe School District
District Enrollment
5,671
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,142
District Rank
#7 of 10

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