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#674 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 30% in state

Madrona K-8 School

Elementary School · Edmonds School District

9300 236th ST SW, Edmonds, WA 98026

Enrollment

600

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#674 of 2,228

In Edmonds

#7 of 12

public schools

In district

#12 of 36

Edmonds School District

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Madrona K-8 School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Edmonds · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Scriber Lake High School

5.5/10

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5.1/10

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About Madrona K-8 School

Madrona K-8 School is a public elementary school in Edmonds, WA, part of Edmonds School District. Madrona K-8 School serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Madrona K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #674 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Madrona K-8 School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.7% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.5% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.1 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,710
Chronic Absenteeism21.2%

Madrona K-8 School — Students at Madrona K-8 School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 70.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.4% (2024 SBA)

Based on 39 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
67%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
57.8%
ELA
73%
2024
Math
49.6%
ELA
61.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How Madrona K-8 School Compares

See how Madrona K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in WA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

Location

9300 236th ST SW, Edmonds, WA 98026

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madrona K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meridian Park Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores notably higher. Another option is Melvin G Syre Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maplewood Parent Coop (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edmonds, see our Edmonds schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Scriber Lake High School Edmonds 0.6 mi 5.5
Edmonds Heights K-12 Edmonds 0.6 mi 5.1
Albert Einstein Middle School Shoreline 1.0 mi 7.1
KING'S SCHOOL Seattle 1.0 mi 4.5
Westgate Elementary Edmonds 1.1 mi 8.1
SOLOMON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Edmonds 0.9 mi 4.4
Sherwood Elementary Edmonds 0.9 mi 8.1
Melvin G Syre Elementary Shoreline 1.1 mi 8.5
Echo Lake Elementary School Shoreline 1.2 mi 7.2
Chase Lake Elementary Edmonds 1.5 mi 6.0
HORIZON SCHOOL Shoreline 1.3 mi
ST LUKE SCHOOL Shoreline 1.8 mi 6.5
Shorewood High School Shoreline 2.0 mi 7.6
Edmonds Woodway High School Edmonds 1.8 mi 5.8
Handicapped Contractual Services Shoreline 1.8 mi 6.2
Maplewood Parent Coop Edmonds 2.4 mi 8.2
HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Edmonds 2.3 mi 5.9
Meridian Park Elementary School Shoreline 2.2 mi 9.5
Edmonds eLearning Academy Lynnwood 2.2 mi 2.7
STELLA MARIS ACADEMY Edmonds 2.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,462

Median Home Value

$758,900

Median Rent

$1,894/mo

Population

38,985

College Educated

47.3%

Homeownership

72.3%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

42.7

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Centennial Elementary Graham, WA 7.3
Central Emerson Elementary Snohomish, WA 7.3
Chautauqua Elementary Vashon, WA 7.3
Deer Park Elementary Deer Park, WA 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Madrona K-8 School

What grades does Madrona K-8 School serve?

Madrona K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Madrona K-8 School?

Madrona K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madrona K-8 School?

The student-teacher ratio at Madrona K-8 School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madrona K-8 School rank in WA?

Madrona K-8 School ranks #674 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Madrona K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?

Madrona K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 K-8 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madrona K-8 School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Madrona K-8 School a charter school?

No, Madrona K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Madrona K-8 School a Title I school?

No, Madrona K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madrona K-8 School?

17.7% of students at Madrona K-8 School 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
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.7%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Snohomish County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

District

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

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