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#1184 of 2,228 schools in WA
Little Mountain Elementary
Elementary School · Mount Vernon School District
1514 S LaVenture RD, Mount Vernon, WA 98274
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,184 of 2,228
In Mount Vernon
#4 of 14
public schools
In district
#4 of 12
Mount Vernon School District
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Little Mountain Elementary
Little Mountain Elementary is a public elementary school in Mount Vernon, WA, part of Mount Vernon School District. Little Mountain Elementary serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Mountain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,184 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Little Mountain Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Little Mountain 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.
30% of students at Little Mountain 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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Little Mountain Elementary — Students at Little Mountain Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Little Mountain Elementary Compares
See how Little Mountain Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1514 S LaVenture RD, Mount Vernon, WA 98274
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Mountain Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harriet Rowley (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Centennial Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Baker Middle School Mount Vernon | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Jefferson Elementary Mount Vernon | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION REGIONAL SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Mount Vernon High School Mount Vernon | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| La Venture Middle School Mount Vernon | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Aspire Academy Mount Vernon | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Skagit County Detention Center Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | — |
| Madison Elementary Mount Vernon | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Mount Vernon Special Ed Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Open Doors Burlington | 1.8 mi | — |
| Mount Vernon Open Doors Mount Vernon | 1.8 mi | — |
| Northwest Career & Technical Academy/A WA Skills Center Mount Vernon | 1.9 mi | — |
| Skagit Academy Mount Vernon | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNT VERNON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Centennial Elementary School Mount Vernon | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Washington Elementary School Mount Vernon | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Harriet Rowley Mount Vernon | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Lucille Umbarger Elementary Burlington | 4.0 mi | 3.7 |
| SALISH SEA DEAF SCHOOL Burlington | 4.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,762
Median Home Value
$492,400
Median Rent
$1,716/mo
Population
19,247
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| A J West Elementary Aberdeen, WA | 6.2 |
| Ardmore Elementary School Bellevue, WA | 6.2 |
| Berney Elementary School Walla Walla, WA | 6.2 |
| Cedar Valley Elementary School Covington, WA | 6.2 |
| Cedarhome Elementary School Stanwood, WA | 6.2 |
| EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue, WA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Mountain Elementary
What grades does Little Mountain Elementary serve?
Little Mountain Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Little Mountain Elementary?
Little Mountain Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Mountain Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Mountain Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Little Mountain Elementary rank in WA?
Little Mountain Elementary ranks #1,184 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Little Mountain Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Little Mountain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Little Mountain Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Little Mountain Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Little Mountain Elementary a charter school?
No, Little Mountain Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Little Mountain Elementary a Title I school?
No, Little Mountain Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Mountain Elementary?
66.3% of students at Little Mountain 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 362
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Skagit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (360) 428-6125
Resources & Links
District
Mount Vernon School District- District Enrollment
- 6,441
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,204
- District Rank
- #4 of 12
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