Excellent
#364 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 16% in state
Harriet Rowley
Elementary School · Mount Vernon School District
400 53rd St, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#364 of 2,228
In Mount Vernon
#1 of 14
public schools
In district
#1 of 12
Mount Vernon School District
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Harriet Rowley
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About Harriet Rowley
Harriet Rowley is a public elementary school in Mount Vernon, WA, part of Mount Vernon School District. Harriet Rowley serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harriet Rowley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #364 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Harriet Rowley show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Harriet Rowley 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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Harriet Rowley — Students at Harriet Rowley score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Harriet Rowley Compares
See how Harriet Rowley 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
400 53rd St, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harriet Rowley may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clear Lake Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Clear Lake), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Centennial Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Centennial Elementary School Mount Vernon | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Big Lake Elementary School Mount Vernon | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| La Venture Middle School Mount Vernon | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Open Doors Burlington | 2.0 mi | — |
| Mount Vernon Open Doors Mount Vernon | 2.0 mi | — |
| Mount Baker Middle School Mount Vernon | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Little Mountain Elementary Mount Vernon | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Northwest Career & Technical Academy/A WA Skills Center Mount Vernon | 2.1 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary Mount Vernon | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION REGIONAL SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Mount Vernon High School Mount Vernon | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Madison Elementary Mount Vernon | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Clear Lake Elementary School Clear Lake | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Skagit County Detention Center Mount Vernon | 2.9 mi | — |
| Aspire Academy Mount Vernon | 3.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Lucille Umbarger Elementary Burlington | 3.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Mount Vernon Special Ed Mount Vernon | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| SKAGIT ADVENTIST ACADEMY Burlington | 4.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Skagit Academy Mount Vernon | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98273 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,247
Median Home Value
$448,300
Median Rent
$1,171/mo
Population
30,078
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arcadia Elementary Deer Park, WA | 8.2 |
| Brewster Elementary School Brewster, WA | 8.2 |
| Byron Kibler Elementary School Enumclaw, WA | 8.2 |
| Chester H Thompson Elementary Tacoma, WA | 8.2 |
| Jing Mei Elementary School Bellevue, WA | 8.2 |
| Kenmore Elementary Kenmore, WA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harriet Rowley
What grades does Harriet Rowley serve?
Harriet Rowley serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Harriet Rowley?
Harriet Rowley has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harriet Rowley?
The student-teacher ratio at Harriet Rowley is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harriet Rowley rank in WA?
Harriet Rowley ranks #364 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Harriet Rowley's MySchoolScout rating?
Harriet Rowley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Harriet Rowley?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harriet Rowley has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Harriet Rowley a charter school?
No, Harriet Rowley is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harriet Rowley a Title I school?
No, Harriet Rowley is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harriet Rowley?
71.0% of students at Harriet Rowley 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Skagit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (360) 428-6199
Resources & Links
District
Mount Vernon School District- District Enrollment
- 6,441
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,204
- District Rank
- #1 of 12
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