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Lynnwood Elementary

Elementary School · Edmonds School District

18638 44th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98037

Enrollment

591

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,505 of 2,228

In Lynnwood

#14 of 19

public schools

In district

#27 of 36

Edmonds School District

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Lynnwood Elementary

5.5/10

Elementary School in Lynnwood · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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About Lynnwood Elementary

Lynnwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Lynnwood, WA, part of Edmonds School District. Lynnwood Elementary serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Lynnwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,505 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Lynnwood Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Lynnwood 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 Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.9% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-18.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,710
Chronic Absenteeism32.5%

Lynnwood Elementary — Students at Lynnwood Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.6% (2024 SBA)

Based on 36 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
56%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
30.1%
ELA
39%
2024
Math
33.4%
ELA
41.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Lynnwood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in WA
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.5%

Location

18638 44th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98037

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lynnwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRIGHTON SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Mountlake Terrace), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lynnwood, see our Lynnwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Spruce Elementary Lynnwood 0.8 mi 5.6
Cedar Valley Community School Lynnwood 0.8 mi 4.0
Beverly Elementary Lynnwood 1.3 mi 4.6
Hazelwood Elementary Lynnwood 1.4 mi 6.7
CEDAR PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-LYNNWOOD CAMPUS Lynnwood 1.2 mi 5.7
Meadowdale High School Lynnwood 1.4 mi 6.5
SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL Lynnwood 1.4 mi 7.6
Mountlake Terrace High School Mtlk Terrace 2.0 mi 4.5
ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL Lynnwood 1.4 mi 6.9
Mountlake Terrace Elementary Mountlake Terrace 2.1 mi 6.2
REDEMPTION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN Lynnwood 1.6 mi
Meadowdale Middle School Lynnwood 1.7 mi 6.7
Meadowdale Elementary Lynnwood 1.7 mi 6.1
BRIGHTON SCHOOL Mountlake Terrace 2.1 mi 8.1
Cedar Way Elementary Mtlk Terrace 2.3 mi 5.1
Contracted Schools Lynnwood 1.9 mi
Early Childhood Center Lynnwood 1.8 mi 4.1
Edmonds Career Access Program Lynnwood 1.8 mi 8.3
Brier Terrace Middle School Brier 2.3 mi 7.3
Lynndale Elementary Lynnwood 1.7 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,357

Median Home Value

$683,600

Median Rent

$1,864/mo

Population

30,574

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

61.5%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lynnwood Elementary

What grades does Lynnwood Elementary serve?

Lynnwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Lynnwood Elementary?

Lynnwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lynnwood Elementary?

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

How does Lynnwood Elementary rank in WA?

Lynnwood Elementary ranks #1,505 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Lynnwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lynnwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Lynnwood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lynnwood Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lynnwood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lynnwood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lynnwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

54.7% of students at Lynnwood 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
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Snohomish County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.5%

District

Edmonds School District
District Enrollment
20,755
Schools in District
38
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,710
District Rank
#27 of 36

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