Needs Improvement
#2055 of 2,228 schools in WA
Madrona Elementary
Elementary School · Highline School District
20301 32nd Avenue South, Seatac, WA 98198
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#2,055 of 2,228
In Seatac
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#25 of 34
Highline School District
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About Madrona Elementary
Madrona Elementary is a public elementary school in Seatac, WA, part of Highline School District. Madrona Elementary serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Madrona Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,055 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Madrona Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at Madrona 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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Madrona Elementary — Students at Madrona Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 31 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: 4.1/10.
How Madrona Elementary Compares
See how Madrona 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
20301 32nd Avenue South, Seatac, WA 98198
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madrona Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Hill Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Des Moines), which scores notably higher. Another option is McMicken Heights Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Des Moines), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seatac, see our Seatac schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chinook Middle School Seatac | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Cascade Public Schools Des Moines | 1.4 mi | — |
| River Ridge Elementary Seatac | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Bow Lake Elementary Seatac | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Tyee High School Seatac | 1.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Midway Elementary Des Moines | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Pacific Middle School Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Mount Rainier High School Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| SEATTLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Seatac | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Valley View Early Childhood Center Seatac | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Maritime High School Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| McMicken Heights Elementary Seatac | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| North Hill Elementary Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| CHOICE Academy Seattle | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Highline Home School Center Burien | 1.9 mi | — |
| Des Moines Elementary Des Moines | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Big Picture School Burien | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Sunnycrest Elementary School Kent | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Parkside Elementary Des Moines | 2.8 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98198 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,938
Median Home Value
$527,100
Median Rent
$1,770/mo
Population
39,815
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Helen Stafford Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 3.9 |
| Jefferson Lincoln Elementary Centralia, WA | 3.9 |
| MONROE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Monroe, WA | 3.9 |
| Bay View Elementary Burlington, WA | 4.0 |
| Cedar Valley Community School Lynnwood, WA | 4.0 |
| Honey Dew Elementary Renton, WA | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Madrona Elementary
What grades does Madrona Elementary serve?
Madrona Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Madrona Elementary?
Madrona Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madrona Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Madrona Elementary is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Madrona Elementary rank in WA?
Madrona Elementary ranks #2,055 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Madrona Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Madrona Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Madrona Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Madrona Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Madrona Elementary a charter school?
No, Madrona Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Madrona Elementary a Title I school?
No, Madrona Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madrona Elementary?
80.5% of students at Madrona 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.4%
- Phone
- (206) 631-4100
Resources & Links
District
Highline School District- District Enrollment
- 17,823
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,594
- District Rank
- #25 of 34
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