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#1552 of 2,228 schools in WA
Kendall Elementary
Elementary School · Mount Baker School District
7547 KENDALL RD, Maple Falls, WA 98266
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,552 of 2,228
In district
#4 of 6
Mount Baker School District
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Kendall Elementary
Elementary School in Maple Falls · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kendall Elementary
Kendall Elementary is a public elementary school in Maple Falls, WA, part of Mount Baker School District. Kendall Elementary serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Kendall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,552 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Kendall Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Kendall Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
56% of students at Kendall 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
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Kendall Elementary — Students at Kendall Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 5.6/10.
How Kendall Elementary Compares
See how Kendall Elementary 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
7547 KENDALL RD, Maple Falls, WA 98266
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kendall Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vossbeck Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Lynden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nooksack Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Everson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northern Heights Elementary Schl (rated 6.9/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Bellingham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maple Falls, see our Maple Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Baker Senior High Deming | 7.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Mount Baker Junior High Deming | 7.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Mount Baker Academy Deming | 7.2 mi | — |
| Educational Resource Center Deming | 7.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Sumas Elementary Sumas | 7.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Nooksack Elementary Everson | 7.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Nooksack Valley High School Everson | 8.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Nooksack Valley Special Services Everson | 8.2 mi | — |
| Nooksack Reengagement Nooksack | 8.2 mi | — |
| Nooksack Valley Middle School Everson | 8.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Acme Elementary Acme | 14.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Harmony Elementary Bellingham | 10.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Everson Elementary Everson | 9.9 mi | 6.6 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lynden | 12.6 mi | — |
| Lynden Middle School Lynden | 12.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Vossbeck Elementary School Lynden | 13.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Lynden High School Lynden | 13.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Irene Reither Elementary School Everson | 14.0 mi | 5.2 |
| LYNDEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS: ADMINISTRATION Lynden | 14.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Northern Heights Elementary Schl Bellingham | 15.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98266 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,115
Median Home Value
$358,300
Median Rent
$1,217/mo
Population
4,198
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
74.3%
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
42.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allen Elementary Bow, WA | 5.4 |
| Idlewild Elementary School Lakewood, WA | 5.4 |
| James McGee Elementary Pasco, WA | 5.4 |
| Lowell Elementary School Bellingham, WA | 5.4 |
| Madison Elementary School Olympia, WA | 5.4 |
| Otis Orchards School Otis Orchards, WA | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kendall Elementary
What grades does Kendall Elementary serve?
Kendall Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Kendall Elementary?
Kendall Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kendall Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kendall Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kendall Elementary rank in WA?
Kendall Elementary ranks #1,552 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Kendall Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kendall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Kendall Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kendall Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kendall Elementary a charter school?
No, Kendall Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kendall Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kendall Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kendall Elementary?
68.0% of students at Kendall 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 331
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Whatcom County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.9%
- Phone
- (360) 383-2055
Resources & Links
District
Mount Baker School District- District Enrollment
- 1,607
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,586
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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